January weather forecast
Friendship, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Friendship, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Friendship, Maine, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Friendship, Maine, in January, during 7.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Friendship, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.1 days and collects up to 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Friendship, Maine. Snow falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Friendship, in January, the average water temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).
Note: If planning to swim in 41.7°F (5.4°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

In Friendship, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January in Friendship, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Friendship is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Friendship are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Friendship?

January is the month when Friendship, Maine, sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is January in Friendship?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Friendship?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Friendship?

In Friendship, in January, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Friendship?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Friendship. Snow falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Friendship?

In January, in Friendship, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Friendship?

In Friendship, in January, the average water temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C). Swimming in 41.7°F (5.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Friendship have in January?

In January, the average day length in Friendship is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Friendship?

On the first day of January in Friendship, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Friendship have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Friendship, Maine, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Friendship?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Friendship?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Friendship, ME

Average temperature in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Friendship, ME

Average pressure in January - Friendship, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Friendship, ME

Average wind speed in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Friendship, ME

Average humidity in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Friendship, ME

Average rainfall in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in January
Friendship, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Friendship, ME

Average snowfall in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Friendship, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Friendship, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.1°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Friendship, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Friendship, ME

Average UV index in January - Friendship, 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
Friendship, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Friendship, ME

Average visibility in January - Friendship, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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