January weather forecastStonington, ME
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Stonington, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).Temperature
January, marked by an average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Stonington, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stonington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.5 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.2 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Stonington, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.7°F (5.4°C).Note: Caution: 41.7°F (5.4°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Stonington, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Stonington, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 21°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in January
Stonington, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Stonington, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 14.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Stonington, ME
- Average humidity in January: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Stonington, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").
Average rainfall days in January
Stonington, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Stonington, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Stonington, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Stonington, ME
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Stonington, ME
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Stonington, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Stonington, 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
Stonington, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 49
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 31).
Average visibility in January
Stonington, 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).
