January weather forecast
Skowhegan, ME

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Weather in January

The depth of winter is felt in January in Skowhegan, Maine, USA. Cold conditions persist with significant snowfall, making it a perfect time for winter sports enthusiasts. The daylight duration in January increases, promising the impending arrival of longer sunny days. Relative humidity remains high, adding a chill factor to the burgeoning cold. Skowhegan, highlighting the harsh reality of a northern winter, experiences a high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C), and snowfall of 8.5in in January.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average low temperature of 10.9°F (-11.7°C), is the coldest month in Skowhegan, Maine.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Skowhegan, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Skowhegan, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skowhegan, in January, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 8.5" (216mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.8 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Skowhegan is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Skowhegan, Maine, is 4.8h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Skowhegan. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Skowhegan?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Skowhegan in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Skowhegan?

The average relative humidity in January in Skowhegan, Maine, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Skowhegan?

In January, in Skowhegan, Maine, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Skowhegan have in January?

In January, the average day length in Skowhegan, Maine, is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Skowhegan?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Skowhegan, Maine, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Skowhegan?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Skowhegan?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Skowhegan.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average temperature in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average pressure in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average wind speed in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average humidity in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average snowfall in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average UV index in January - Skowhegan, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in January
Skowhegan, ME

Average visibility in January - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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