January weather forecastBelfast, ME
January
Weather in January
Belfast, Maine ushers in the New Year with a winter wonderland ambiance. The weather during this season is typically cold, living up to the reputation of New England's harshest winter month. Weather conditions range from ample snowfall to freezing temperatures. Catching sight of snow-covered landscapes has become a norm in January, with the month witnessing as much as 4.57" (116mm) in of snow for approximately ten days. Residents are often found bundled up indoors, enjoying cups of warm beverages, giving credence to the adage, 'January, snow makes feet and fingers glow.'Temperature
January, marked by an average high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 82%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Belfast, in January, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).Note: Dipping into 41.2°F (5.1°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Belfast is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Belfast, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.2°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 (16.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Belfast, ME
- Average pressure in January: 29.96"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
Belfast, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in January
Belfast, ME
- Average humidity in January: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Belfast, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in January
Belfast, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Belfast, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 4.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Belfast, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Belfast, ME
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Belfast, 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 42min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Belfast, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Belfast, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Belfast, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in January
Belfast, 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).
