January weather forecast
Cambridge, MD

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A long pier leading the large and highly set Choptank River Lighthouse in Cambridge, Maryland
A long pier leading the large and highly set Choptank River Lighthouse in Cambridge, Maryland

Weather in January

The chilling days of winter, typical of the start of the year, embrace Cambridge, Maryland, as January displays itself in full seasonal glory. The city experiences the cold winter weather that holds a damp mistiness close to the ground due to the relatively high humidity. Cold snaps from the Atlantic seashore contribute to an average minimum temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C), making it the coldest month of the year. The weather, clouded both literally and metaphorically, gives way to the new year with a frosty greeting. The snowfall in January, coupled with overcast skies, affiliates the month with the quintessential winter esthetics, a characteristic deemed poetic by many.

Temperature

Cambridge experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Cambridge is January, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Cambridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.9 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, in Cambridge, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.5 snowfall days, and 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Cambridge, in January, the average water temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).
Note: When swimming, this condition is immediately life-threatening. Loss of control over breathing occurs instantly, impairing clear thought. It is vital to wear a specialized swimsuit to prevent thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Cambridge is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cambridge are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Cambridge?

The coldest time of the year in Cambridge is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

How cold is January in Cambridge?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cambridge during January are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Cambridge?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, January is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Cambridge?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Cambridge?

In January, in Cambridge, Maryland, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, Maryland, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, Maryland, the average seawater temperature in January is 37.4°F (3°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

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

In Cambridge, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Cambridge?

On the first day of January in Cambridge, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Cambridge?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cambridge?

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 Cambridge?

In Cambridge, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cambridge, MD

Average temperature in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cambridge, MD

Average pressure in January - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, MD

Average wind speed in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cambridge, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cambridge, MD

Average rainfall in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cambridge, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cambridge, MD

Average snowfall in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
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
Cambridge, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 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
Cambridge, MD

Average sea temperature in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average sea temperature in January: 37°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cambridge, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cambridge, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cambridge, MD

Average UV index in January - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Cambridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Cambridge, MD

Average visibility in January - Cambridge, 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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