January weather forecastShady Side, MD
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Shady Side, Maryland, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).Temperature
January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).Humidity
January and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.4 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature in Shady Side is 47.8°F (8.8°C).Note: Entering waters of 47.8°F (8.8°C) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels piercing cold, and below 50°F (10°C) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average high temperature in January: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).
Average humidity in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average humidity in January: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average snowfall in January: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average sea temperature in January: 47.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.9°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average cloud cover in January: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in January
Shady Side, MD
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
