January weather forecast
Ellicott City, MD

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Weather in January

The New Year begins with decidedly chilly conditions in Ellicott City, Maryland. Regular frosty mornings and freezing evenings are common, the lowest temperature can drop to 26.2°F (-3.2°C). January may not be the coldest month of the year, but it is known for plenty of snowfall, totaling 2.4" (61mm) on average. Days are short and the sun shines for just above 5 hours per day, making it less suitable for outdoor activities. Improvement in weather conditions becomes noticeable towards the end of the month as Ellicott City moves closer to spring.

Temperature

Ellicott City's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Ellicott City, Maryland, is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Ellicott City. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January 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 Ellicott City, Maryland. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Ellicott City?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is recognized as the coldest in Ellicott City, Maryland.

How cold is it in Ellicott City in January?

In January, in Ellicott City, the average high-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Ellicott City?

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

What is the driest month in Ellicott City?

The month with the least rainfall in Ellicott City is January, when the rain falls for 9.7 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Ellicott City?

In January, in Ellicott City, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Ellicott City?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Ellicott City, Maryland. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Ellicott City?

In Ellicott City, in January, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Ellicott City?

In Ellicott City, Maryland, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ellicott City?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellicott City have in January?

In Ellicott City, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ellicott City?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Ellicott City?

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

Average temperature in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average pressure in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average wind speed in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average humidity in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average rainfall in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average snowfall in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ellicott City, MD

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

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 30min).

  • 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
Ellicott City, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average UV index in January - Ellicott City, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Ellicott City, MD
  • 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 29).

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Average visibility in January
Ellicott City, MD

Average visibility in January - Ellicott City, 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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