January weather forecast
South Sanford, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Sanford, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 30°F (-1.1°C) and lows at 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in South Sanford, Maine.

Rainfall

In South Sanford, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In South Sanford, in January, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Sanford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in South Sanford is 9h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in South Sanford?

In South Sanford, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 30°F (-1.1°C) at the peak and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January in South Sanford?

During January, South Sanford experiences an average high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What are the most humid months in South Sanford?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in South Sanford?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

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

In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Sanford in January?

In January, in South Sanford, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in South Sanford, Maine, is 9h and 24min.

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

On the first day of January in South Sanford, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Sanford have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Sanford?

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

How high is the UV index in January in South Sanford?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
South Sanford, ME

Average temperature in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
South Sanford, ME

Average pressure in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
South Sanford, ME

Average wind speed in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
South Sanford, ME

Average humidity in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall days in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

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

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Average snowfall days in January
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall days in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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 Sanford, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Sanford, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
South Sanford, ME

Average sunshine days in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
South Sanford, ME

Average UV index in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (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 Sanford, ME

Average cloud cover in January - South Sanford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
South Sanford, ME

Average visibility in January - South Sanford, 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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