January weather forecast
Owls Head, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Owls Head, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Owls Head is 78%.

Rainfall

In Owls Head, during January, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Owls Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Owls Head, Maine. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature in Owls Head is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: It is advised against swimming in 41.2°F (5.1°C) when it drops below 50°F (10°C). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Owls Head is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Owls Head. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Owls Head?

January stands out as Owls Head's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

How cold is it in Owls Head in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Owls Head, Maine, are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Owls Head?

In Owls Head, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Owls Head?

In Owls Head, Maine, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Owls Head?

The month with the most snowfall in Owls Head is January, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Owls Head?

In Owls Head, during January, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Owls Head?

In Owls Head, Maine, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.2°F (5.1°C). Swimming in 41.2°F (5.1°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Owls Head have in January?

In Owls Head, Maine, the average day length in January is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Owls Head?

On the first day of January in Owls Head, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Owls Head?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Owls Head is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Owls Head?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Owls Head?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Owls Head is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Owls Head, ME

Average temperature in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Owls Head, ME

Average pressure in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.96"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
Owls Head, ME

Average wind speed in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Owls Head, ME

Average humidity in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in January
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Owls Head, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Owls Head, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Owls Head, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Owls Head, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Owls Head, ME

Average UV index in January - Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Owls Head, ME

Average visibility in January - Owls Head, 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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