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Maryland Weather in January

In Maryland, January brings very high daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to 25°C (77°F). It is the driest month of the year, with minimal rainfall.

Rainfall in Maryland in January

With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Expect around a single day of rain based on historical data, with 38 mm (1.5 in) average. On the rare occasion it does rain, the shower can be quite heavy given the low total spread across a single day.

Temperature in Maryland in January

Daytime highs in Maryland in January reach 32°C (90°F), with nights around 25°C (77°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. Nights stay warm at around 25°C (77°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Maryland in January

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 163 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. August typically offers the best weather for Maryland.

Maryland Temperature in January

Min Temperature

25°C (77°F)

Max Temperature

32°C (90°F)

Chance of Rain

Precipitation

38 mm (1.5 in)

Rainy days

a single day

Humidity

81% *

Sunshine

163 hours *

Percentage Sunshine

* Data from: Lagos, Nigeria (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Maryland Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Maryland - and find the best time to visit.

January

32°C (90°F)View January → February

32°C (90°F)View February → March

32°C (90°F)View March → April

32°C (90°F)View April → May

31°C (88°F)View May → June

30°C (86°F)View June → July

28°C (82°F)View July → August

28°C (82°F)View August → September

29°C (84°F)View September → This monthOctober

30°C (86°F)View October → November

31°C (88°F)View November → December

32°C (90°F)View December →

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Historical weather records for Maryland in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Maryland spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Maryland historical weather extremes in January

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Maryland from 2005 through 2025.

Maryland recorded its highest January temperature of 38°C (100°F) on January 27, 2022.
The lowest daytime temperature in January was 27°C (81°F), recorded on January 15, 2010.
Nighttime temperatures dropped to 10°C (50°F) on January 18, 2022, marking the coldest January night on record.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

perfect weather

pleasant

tolerable

unpleasant

poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Maryland in January

Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Maryland in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10
Cycling

8/10
Walking

8/10
Camping

10/10
Outdoor sports

8/10

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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity

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Popular in January

Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.

35°C (95°F)

34°C (93°F)

35°C (95°F)

32°C (90°F)

31°C (88°F)

31°C (88°F)

31°C (88°F)

31°C (88°F)

33°C (91°F)

31°C (88°F)

31°C (88°F)

31°C (88°F)

30°C (86°F)

29°C (84°F)

26°C (79°F)

27°C (81°F)

26°C (79°F)

25°C (77°F)

25°C (77°F)

15°C (59°F)

14°C (57°F)

10°C (50°F)

4°C (39°F)

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