January weather forecastBangor, ME
January
Weather in January
Moving into January, in Bangor, Maine, the city experiences an average high temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) and low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), a clear indication of winter peaks. The skies remain quite cloudy with approximately 51% cloud coverage, adding to the overall chilling atmosphere. Bangor's people cope with about 8.43" (214mm) of snowfall spread across 13.2 days on average. A lethargic wind speed lessens the chill slightly, creating a somewhat tolerable outside atmosphere. This month stands out for its relatively low temperatures and high snowfall.Temperature
In Bangor, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Bangor, in January, during 8.1 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.Daylight
In Bangor, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Bangor, the average sunshine in January is 4.6h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit 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. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Bangor, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Bangor, ME
- Average pressure in January: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Bangor, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Bangor, ME
- Average humidity in January: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Bangor, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").
Average rainfall days in January
Bangor, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Bangor, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 8.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Bangor, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bangor, 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: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Bangor, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Bangor, 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
Bangor, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in January
Bangor, ME
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
