January weather forecastKennebunk, ME
January
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, marked by an average high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity 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, in Kennebunk, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kennebunk, during January, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 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 is 9h and 24min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Kennebunk is 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kennebunk, ME
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
