Contents
- 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 sea temperature 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
Weather in January
Temperature
January, noted for its average high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), is considered the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Belfast, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Belfast, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Belfast, Maine, is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature in Belfast is 41.2°F (5.1°C).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 41.2°F (5.1°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Belfast is 9h and 18min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Belfast are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Belfast?
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What are the months with the lowest UV index in Belfast?
What is the UV index reading in January in Belfast?
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 2min
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 4min
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).
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