January weather forecastCalais, ME
January
Weather in January
January in Calais, Maine marks the onset of winter, promising cold, icy days. Average temperatures range from 13.8°F (-10.1°C) to 26.6°F (-3°C), presenting quite harsh conditions. This drop in temperature sees an increase in snowfall, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. Characterized by cloud cover of 57% and a fair amount of rain, January's weather is quite variable. The month also typically experiences 15.2 days of snowfall, a notable characteristic of its winter season.Temperature
Calais, Maine, reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 26.6°F (-3°C) at the peak and 13.8°F (-10.1°C) at the lowest.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity in Calais is 85%.Rainfall
In Calais, in January, during 8.7 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.Daylight
In Calais, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:34 pm AST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 4.1h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Calais, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 13.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Calais, ME
- Average pressure in January: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Calais, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Calais, ME
- Average humidity in January: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).
Average rainfall in January
Calais, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.77").
Average rainfall days in January
Calais, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Calais, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Calais, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Calais, ME
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Calais, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Calais, 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
Calais, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in January
Calais, ME
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and September (5mi).
