January weather forecastPresque Isle, ME
January
Weather in January
The bracing winter is in full swing in Presque Isle, Maine, this month. The chilly air in January hovers between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C), making it one of the coldest periods of the year. Outdoor activities might be hampered due to the heaviest snowfall recorded over the course of 18.9 days. Despite the frozen precipitation, the beauty of the winter wonderland remains unabated. It is best to bundle up and stay cozy indoors as the city turns into a winter portrait due to the high cloud cover of 71%.Temperature
Presque Isle's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and lows of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).Humidity
In Presque Isle, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.Rainfall
In Presque Isle, in January, during 5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 15.2" (386mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 2.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 5.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average pressure in January: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average humidity in January: 92%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").
Average rainfall days in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 15.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 18.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in January
Presque Isle, ME
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).
