January weather forecast
Solomons, MD

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Weather in January

The first month of the year in Solomons, Maryland is typically marked by a steady weather pattern. The chilly winter season presents a drop in temperature from the December lows of 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a freezing 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Compared to the weather conditions of other months, January experiences the lowest sea temperature and second lowest snowfall. When looking at the next month, February, there's a slight increase in temperature beckoning the subtle transition into early spring. This weather predictability makes January perfect for those who enjoy cold winter activities such as ice-skating and sledding.

Temperature

Solomons's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Solomons.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Solomons. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Solomons are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Solomons. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature in Solomons is 47.1°F (8.4°C).
Note: Beware of 47.1°F (8.4°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

In Solomons, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January in Solomons, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Solomons is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Solomons?

January stands out as Solomons's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

How cold does it get in Solomons in January?

During January, Solomons experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Solomons?

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Solomons.

What is the average humidity in January in Solomons?

In January, the average relative humidity in Solomons is 73%.

What is the driest month in Solomons?

The month with the least rainfall in Solomons, Maryland, is January, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Solomons?

In Solomons, Maryland, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Solomons?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Solomons. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Solomons?

In Solomons, Maryland, in January, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Solomons?

In Solomons, in January, the average water temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C). Swimming in 47.1°F (8.4°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January in Solomons?

In January, the average day length in Solomons is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Solomons?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Solomons?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Solomons, Maryland, is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Solomons?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Solomons?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Solomons is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
47.1°F 8.4°C
41.7°F 5.4°C
44.6°F 7°C
Average low temperature
37.8°F 3.2°C
31.5°F -0.3°C
33.4°F 0.8°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.08" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
9mph 14.5km/h
9.7mph 15.6km/h
9.7mph 15.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.7mph 15.6km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.8mph 23.8km/h
15.7mph 25.3km/h
16.1mph 25.9km/h
Average humidity
76%
73%
74%
Average rainfall
2.24" 57mm
1.93" 49mm
2.2" 56mm
Average rainfall days
10.5
8.8
10.5
Average snowfall
0.94" 24mm
1.77" 45mm
1.34" 34mm
Average snowfall days
1.7
3.5
2.7
Average sea temperature
52.6°F 11.4°C
47.2°F 8.4°C
45.6°F 7.6°C
Average daylight
9h 4min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 3min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
18.5
18.8
15.3
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
43%
41%
44%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Solomons, MD

Average temperature in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.7°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 (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Solomons, MD

Average pressure in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Solomons, MD

Average wind speed in January - Solomons, 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 (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Solomons, MD

Average humidity in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Solomons, MD

Average rainfall in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Solomons, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Solomons, MD

Average snowfall in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Solomons, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Solomons, MD

Average sea temperature in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average sea temperature in January: 47.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.6°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Solomons, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Solomons, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Solomons, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Solomons, MD

Average UV index in January - Solomons, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Solomons, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Solomons, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Solomons, MD

Average visibility in January - Solomons, 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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