January weather - Winter 2025

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

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

In Laurel, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the peak and 27°F (-2.8°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) 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 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, with its high-temperature average of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In Laurel, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January 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 many days does it rain in January?

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

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

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

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, 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, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

45.3°F 7.4°C

38.8°F 3.8°C

43.2°F 6.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.5mph 13.7km/h

9.2mph 14.8km/h

9.3mph 15km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.2

18.4

15.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

January weather forecast
Laurel, MD

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