January weather forecastHancock, ME
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Hancock, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).Temperature
January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hancock, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hancock, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 41.2°F (5.1°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January 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 Hancock, Maine, the average sunshine in January is 4.5h.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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Hancock, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Hancock, 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
Hancock, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Hancock, ME
- Average humidity in January: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Hancock, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").
Average rainfall days in January
Hancock, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Hancock, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 5.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Hancock, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Hancock, 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
Hancock, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Hancock, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Hancock, 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
Hancock, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
Hancock, ME
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
