January weather forecast
Shady Side, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Shady Side, Maryland, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.5°F (4.7°C) and min 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Shady Side experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a minimum of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Shady Side is January, when the rain falls for 6.4 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Shady Side, Maryland, is January, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Shady Side, the average seawater temperature in January is 47.8°F (8.8°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 47.8°F (8.8°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Shady Side, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, 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 in Shady Side. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Shady Side?

Temperature readings in Shady Side reach their annual highs in January, averaging 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a minimum average of 30°F (-1.1°C).

How cold is it in Shady Side in January?

Shady Side in January has an average high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the least humid month in Shady Side?

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Shady Side, Maryland.

What is the average humidity in January in Shady Side?

In January, the average relative humidity in Shady Side is 72%.

What is the driest month in Shady Side?

The month with the least rainfall in Shady Side, Maryland, is January, when the rain falls for 6.4 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Shady Side?

In January, in Shady Side, Maryland, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Shady Side?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Shady Side, Maryland. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Shady Side?

In January, in Shady Side, Maryland, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Shady Side?

In Shady Side, Maryland, the average seawater temperature in January is 47.8°F (8.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Shady Side have in January?

The average day length in January in Shady Side, Maryland, is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Shady Side?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shady Side, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Shady Side?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shady Side?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Shady Side?

In Shady Side, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
46.4°F 8°C
40.5°F 4.7°C
43.7°F 6.5°C
Average low temperature
36.5°F 2.5°C
30°F -1.1°C
32.4°F 0.2°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
8.9mph 14.3km/h
9.7mph 15.6km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.6mph 15.4km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.6mph 23.5km/h
15.5mph 24.9km/h
15.9mph 25.6km/h
Average humidity
75%
72%
74%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
0.51" 13mm
0.55" 14mm
Average rainfall days
7.5
6.4
7.7
Average snowfall
0.16" 4mm
0.55" 14mm
0.28" 7mm
Average snowfall days
1.4
2.6
2.3
Average sea temperature
52°F 11.1°C
47.8°F 8.8°C
45.9°F 7.7°C
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 2min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
21
21.9
18.4
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
43%
42%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average pressure in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average humidity in January
Shady Side, MD

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Shady Side, MD

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Shady Side, MD

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average sea temperature in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shady Side, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shady Side, MD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average UV index in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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Average visibility in January
Shady Side, MD

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).

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