January weather forecast
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Weather in January

Beginning the year in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, the weather in January ushers in an unquestionably wintry feel. The month is characterized by the lowest average daylight hours, with only 9.8 hours per day. January's weather may present with flurries or even the occasional snow storm, showing an average snowfall of 0.75" (19mm). Comparatively colder than February, January has average high and low temperatures of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively. Chesapeake Beach residents will find the days slowly getting longer as the month progresses.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 40.6°F (4.8°C) at the peak and 30.2°F (-1°C) at the low.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Chesapeake Beach, in January, the average water temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).
Note: Swimming in 47.8°F (8.8°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chesapeake Beach are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Chesapeake Beach?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Chesapeake Beach, registering a high temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Is it cold in Chesapeake Beach during January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Chesapeake Beach, is 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What are the least humid months in Chesapeake Beach?

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Chesapeake Beach.

What is the average humidity in January in Chesapeake Beach?

In January, the average relative humidity in Chesapeake Beach is 72%.

What is the driest month in Chesapeake Beach?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Chesapeake Beach?

In Chesapeake Beach, in January, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Chesapeake Beach?

The month with the most snowfall in Chesapeake Beach is January, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Chesapeake Beach in January?

In January, in Chesapeake Beach, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Chesapeake Beach?

In Chesapeake Beach, in January, the average water temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). Swimming in 47.8°F (8.8°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.

How many hours of daylight does Chesapeake Beach have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Chesapeake Beach?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Chesapeake Beach?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Chesapeake Beach is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chesapeake Beach?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Chesapeake Beach?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Chesapeake Beach is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
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January
Feb
Average high temperature
46.4°F 8°C
40.6°F 4.8°C
43.7°F 6.5°C
Average low temperature
36.5°F 2.5°C
30.2°F -1°C
32.5°F 0.3°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
9.2mph 14.8km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.8mph 15.8km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.9mph 24km/h
15.8mph 25.4km/h
16.2mph 26.1km/h
Average humidity
75%
72%
74%
Average rainfall
0.91" 23mm
0.67" 17mm
0.83" 21mm
Average rainfall days
8.4
6.7
7.2
Average snowfall
0.28" 7mm
0.75" 19mm
0.43" 11mm
Average snowfall days
1.6
2.9
2.5
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
19.9
20.9
18
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
43%
42%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average temperature in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°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 (40.6°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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average pressure in January - Chesapeake Beach, 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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average wind speed in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average humidity in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average rainfall in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average snowfall in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average sea temperature in January - Chesapeake Beach, 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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chesapeake Beach, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average UV index in January - Chesapeake Beach, 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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Chesapeake Beach, 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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average visibility in January - Chesapeake Beach, 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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