January weather forecast
Sunset, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Sunset, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Sunset's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and lows of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in Sunset, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sunset, there are 115.5 rainfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sunset, in January, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Sunset, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.2 days and aggregates up to 9.65" (245mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 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

The average sunshine in January in Sunset is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunset are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Sunset?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How cold is January in Sunset?

In Sunset, in January, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Sunset?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Sunset in January?

In Sunset, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Sunset?

In Sunset, during January, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sunset have in January?

In Sunset, Maine, the average day length in January is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sunset?

On the first day of January in Sunset, Maine, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset have in January?

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

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunset, 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 Sunset?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sunset, ME

Average temperature in January - Sunset, 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).

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Average pressure in January
Sunset, ME

Average pressure in January - Sunset, 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
Sunset, ME

Average wind speed in January - Sunset, 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).

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Average humidity in January
Sunset, ME

Average humidity in January - Sunset, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sunset, ME

Average rainfall in January - Sunset, 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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Sunset, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Sunset, 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).

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Average snowfall in January
Sunset, ME

Average snowfall in January - Sunset, 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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Sunset, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Sunset, 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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sunset, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sunset, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Sunset, 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).

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Average UV index in January
Sunset, ME

Average UV index in January - Sunset, 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
Sunset, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Sunset, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Sunset, ME

Average visibility in January - Sunset, 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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