January weather forecastAugusta, ME
January
Weather in January
January sees Augusta, Maine at its chilliest, with night temperatures sinking to a biting 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and snow predominating. A thick layer of cloud cover provides a constant shade from the limited daylight available, just over nine hours. Although winds are not exceedingly strong, they carry an icy bite, making the cold hard to escape. It's a month to stay indoors with a cup of hot cocoa during snowstorms and venture out only when necessary, due to the icy temperatures.Temperature
January, characterized by an average high temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), is generally the coldest month.Humidity
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In January, in Augusta, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Augusta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated. In Augusta, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 29.69" (754mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Augusta, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 27°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Augusta, ME
- Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Augusta, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Augusta, ME
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Augusta, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in January
Augusta, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Augusta, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 6.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Augusta, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Augusta, ME
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Augusta, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Augusta, ME
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Augusta, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in January
Augusta, ME
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
