January weather forecast
Kennebunk, ME

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Weather in January

In Kennebunk, Maine, the inauguration of the new year brings with it the invigorating chill of winter weather. January is the coldest month, characterized by high temperatures measuring from 19.8°F (-6.8°C) to 30.7°F (-0.7°C), making this month the time of hibernation for many local flora and fauna. The snowfall, reaching as much as 4.33" (110mm), alongside the crystal frost, results in a picturesque landscape reminiscent of a winter postcard. Although the cold weather may be bitter, clear days reveal winter sunlight that shimmers delicately off the snowdrifts. Equipped with warm clothes and proper planning, this month can be an alluring time for winter enthusiasts.

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kennebunk is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kennebunk, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kennebunk are January through May, October through December. In Kennebunk, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow. In Kennebunk, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 18.94" (481mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kennebunk is 9h and 24min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Kennebunk?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January in Kennebunk?

In Kennebunk, 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Kennebunk?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kennebunk?

In January, in Kennebunk, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kennebunk in January?

In Kennebunk, Maine, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kennebunk have in January?

The average day length in January in Kennebunk is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kennebunk?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kennebunk?

The average sunshine duration in January in Kennebunk is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Kennebunk?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kennebunk is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average temperature in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average pressure in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average wind speed in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Kennebunk, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kennebunk, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average UV index in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
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
Kennebunk, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Kennebunk, ME

Average visibility in January - Kennebunk, 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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