January weather forecast
Hancock, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Hancock, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, 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

With average high temperatures of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and lows of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hancock, in January, during 8.1 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically 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, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hancock, Maine, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Hancock, in January, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: In 41.2°F (5.1°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

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 in Hancock is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hancock are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Hancock?

Hancock's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is it in Hancock in January?

In Hancock, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Hancock?

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

How much does it rain in Hancock in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hancock in January?

In Hancock, Maine, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Hancock?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). Swimming in 41.2°F (5.1°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Hancock have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hancock?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hancock, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hancock?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hancock, Maine, is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hancock?

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 Hancock?

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

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).

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Average pressure in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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Average humidity in January
Hancock, ME

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Hancock, ME

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Hancock, ME

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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Average sea temperature in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hancock, 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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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Average UV index in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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Average visibility in January
Hancock, ME

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).

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