January weather forecast
Franklin, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Franklin, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and min 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

Franklin's January weather reaches an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In Franklin, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Franklin. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: Diving into 41.2°F (5.1°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Franklin, Maine, is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of January, 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Franklin?

Franklin's January weather reaches an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in Franklin in January?

Franklin in January has an average high-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Franklin?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Franklin in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Franklin?

The month with the most snowfall in Franklin, Maine, is January, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Franklin?

In Franklin, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.2°F (5.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in January?

In January, the average day length in Franklin is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Franklin?

On the first day of January in Franklin, Maine, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in January?

In Franklin, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Franklin?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Franklin?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Franklin is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average pressure in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average humidity in January
Franklin, ME

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Franklin, ME

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Franklin, ME

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average sea temperature in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Franklin, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Franklin, 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average UV index in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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Average visibility in January
Franklin, ME

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).

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