January weather forecastScarborough, ME
January
Weather in January
January weather in Scarborough, Maine, displays a deep chill in the air, with January emerging as the coldest month. Low temperatures can plunge as down as 19°F (-7.2°C), while the high peaks at 30.4°F (-0.9°C). This month's heavy snowfall transforms the area into a winter wonderland. Commencing the year on a wet note, January also displays persistence of fog which softens the landscape. A windy start to the year, due to gusts reaching bursts of 18mph (29km/h), adds to the chill factor.Temperature
The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).Humidity
In Scarborough, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.Rainfall
In January, in Scarborough, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.5 rainfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Scarborough, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In Scarborough, in January, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scarborough, Maine, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Scarborough, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Scarborough is 5.2h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. 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
Scarborough, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 19°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).
Average pressure in January
Scarborough, 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
Scarborough, 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
Scarborough, ME
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Scarborough, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in January
Scarborough, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Scarborough, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Scarborough, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Scarborough, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Scarborough, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Scarborough, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Scarborough, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
Scarborough, 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).
