January weather forecast
South Thomaston, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Thomaston, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In South Thomaston, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, in South Thomaston, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Thomaston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: Swimming in 41.2°F (5.1°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In South Thomaston, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Thomaston, Maine. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in South Thomaston?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is January in South Thomaston?

South Thomaston in January has an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in South Thomaston?

The average relative humidity in January in South Thomaston, Maine, is 78%.

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

In South Thomaston, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in South Thomaston?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

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

In South Thomaston, Maine, during January, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in South Thomaston?

In January, the average ocean temperature in South Thomaston, Maine, is 41.2°F (5.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

In South Thomaston, the average day length in January is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in South Thomaston?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Thomaston, Maine, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

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

In South Thomaston, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Thomaston?

The months with the lowest UV index in South Thomaston, Maine, 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 Thomaston?

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

Average temperature in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average pressure in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (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 Thomaston, ME

Average wind speed in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average humidity in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall days in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

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

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Average snowfall days in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall days in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average sea temperature in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Thomaston, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average sunshine days in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average UV index in January - South Thomaston, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average cloud cover in January - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
South Thomaston, ME

Average visibility in January - South Thomaston, 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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