January weather forecast
South Bristol, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in South Bristol, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in South Bristol is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in South Bristol, Maine, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in South Bristol. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January in South Bristol, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in South Bristol are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in South Bristol?

January, on average, is the coldest month in South Bristol, registering a high temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is it in South Bristol in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Bristol, Maine, during January are 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in South Bristol?

In South Bristol, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in South Bristol?

In January, in South Bristol, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in South Bristol?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in South Bristol?

In South Bristol, in January, during 9.2 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in South Bristol?

The average day length in January in South Bristol, Maine, is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in South Bristol?

On the first day of January in South Bristol, Maine, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in South Bristol?

In South Bristol, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Bristol?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in South Bristol?

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

Average temperature in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in January
South Bristol, ME

Average pressure in January - South Bristol, 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
South Bristol, ME

Average wind speed in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
South Bristol, ME

Average humidity in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
South Bristol, ME

Average rainfall in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in January
South Bristol, ME

Average rainfall days in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
South Bristol, ME

Average snowfall in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
South Bristol, ME

Average snowfall days in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 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
South Bristol, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Bristol, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
South Bristol, ME

Average sunshine days in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
South Bristol, ME

Average UV index in January - South Bristol, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
South Bristol, ME

Average cloud cover in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
South Bristol, ME

Average visibility in January - South Bristol, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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