January weather forecast
Newark, DE

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Weather in January

Although January might not be the ideal month for outdoor pursuits in Newark, Delaware, the city's scenery undergoes a beautiful transformation beneath a delicate sheet of snow. One noteworthy characteristic of January is that it endures the coldest temperatures of the year with lows plunging to 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and highs barely scratching 37.8°F (3.2°C). Striking a balance between wintry landscapes and chilly weather poses a unique opportunity for locals and visitors to engage in indoor sightseeing and cultural activities. The month provides an invitation to discover the warm, comforting attractions the city has to offer, including a variety of museums and galleries. Isolated pockets of clear, sunny days offer chances for winter walks and photographs, despite the prevailing cold.

Temperature

January stands out as Newark's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newark, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Newark, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January in Newark, Delaware, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Newark is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Newark. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Newark?

The coldest period in Newark is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Is it cold in Newark during January?

In Newark, 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Newark?

In January, the average relative humidity in Newark is 75%.

What is the driest month in Newark?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Newark?

In Newark, Delaware, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newark in January?

In Newark, Delaware, during January, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Newark have in January?

In Newark, Delaware, the average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Newark?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newark, Delaware, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Newark?

In Newark, Delaware, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Newark?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Newark is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Newark, DE

Average temperature in January - Newark, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Newark, DE

Average pressure in January - Newark, DE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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
Newark, DE

Average wind speed in January - Newark, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Newark, DE

Average humidity in January - Newark, DE
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Newark, DE

Average rainfall in January - Newark, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in January
Newark, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Newark, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Newark, DE

Average snowfall in January - Newark, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Newark, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Newark, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Newark, DE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Newark, DE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Newark, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Newark, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Newark, DE

Average UV index in January - Newark, DE
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Newark, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Newark, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Newark, DE

Average visibility in January - Newark, DE
  • 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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