January weather forecastLewiston, ME
January
Weather in January
January displays a signature Maine winter in Lewiston. The city endures chilly conditions with the highest temperature at 27°F (-2.8°C) and the lowest at 13.3°F (-10.4°C), coupled with substantial levels of snowfall. The cold weather is accompanied by a moderate breeze, with wind speeds clocking in around 7.3mph (11.7km/h) on average. High humidity and typical winter gloominess often provide a screen of clouds over the city. The presence of snow contributes to the reduction in visibility, making travel slightly more difficult during this month.Temperature
Lewiston experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 83%.Rainfall
In Lewiston, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lewiston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.5 days and collects up to 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lewiston, Maine, in January, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Lewiston, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 18.31" (465mm) of snow.Daylight
In Lewiston, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 27°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 13.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average pressure in January: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").
Average rainfall days in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 4.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 6min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in January
Lewiston, ME
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
