January weather forecastFranklin, ME
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Franklin, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and min 16.9°F (-8.4°C).Temperature
With average high temperatures of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and lows of 16.9°F (-8.4°C), January is the coldest month.Humidity
In Franklin, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).Note: If planning to swim in 41.2°F (5.1°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 4.4h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Franklin, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.9°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 (16.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Franklin, 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
Franklin, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Franklin, ME
- Average humidity in January: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Franklin, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.3").
Average rainfall days in January
Franklin, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Franklin, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 4.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Franklin, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Franklin, ME
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Franklin, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Franklin, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Franklin, 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
Franklin, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in January
Franklin, ME
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
