January weather forecast
Laurel, MD

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The scenic and clear waters of Lake Redington near Laurel in Maryland, surrounded by a dense tree cover
The scenic and clear waters of Lake Redington near Laurel in Maryland, surrounded by a dense tree cover

Weather in January

January in Laurel, Maryland, kickstarts the year with shorter days and temperatures hovering between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C). Notably cold for Laurel's standards, this period experiences higher humidity levels and a pressure of 30.1" (765mm). The skyline is partially covered with clouds about 43% of the time, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. One might anticipate a random flurry as well, adding a lively touch to the otherwise pale winter landscape.

Temperature

Laurel's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and lows of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Laurel. Rain falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Laurel is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Laurel, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Laurel is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Laurel. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Laurel?

January, with an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Laurel.

Is January cold in Laurel?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Laurel, Maryland, during January are 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Laurel?

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

What is the driest month in Laurel?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Laurel. Rain falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Laurel in January?

In Laurel, Maryland, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Laurel?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Laurel, Maryland. Snow falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Laurel in January?

In January, in Laurel, Maryland, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout January, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in January?

The average day length in January in Laurel, Maryland, is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Laurel?

On the first day of January in Laurel, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Laurel?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Laurel?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Laurel?

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

Average temperature in January - Laurel, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in January
Laurel, MD

Average pressure in January - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MD

Average wind speed in January - Laurel, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Laurel, MD

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

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

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Average rainfall in January
Laurel, MD

Average rainfall in January - Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in January
Laurel, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Laurel, MD

Average snowfall in January - Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
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
Laurel, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Laurel, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Laurel, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Laurel, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Laurel, MD

Average UV index in January - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MD

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

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
Laurel, MD

Average visibility in January - Laurel, 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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