January weather forecast
Swans Island, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Swans Island, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

Swans Island witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In Swans Island, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Swans Island, in January, during 8.1 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Swans Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Swans Island, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In Swans Island, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow. In Swans Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Swans Island is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Swans Island, the average sunshine in January is 4.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Swans Island?

January brings the lowest temperatures in Swans Island, with an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is it in Swans Island in January?

In Swans Island, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Swans Island?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Swans Island?

In January, in Swans Island, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Swans Island in January?

In Swans Island, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Swans Island?

In Swans Island, the average day length in January is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Swans Island?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Swans Island, Maine, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Swans Island have in January?

In Swans Island, Maine, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Swans Island?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Swans Island?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Swans Island, ME

Average temperature in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Swans Island, ME

Average pressure in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.95"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
Swans Island, ME

Average wind speed in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Swans Island, ME

Average humidity in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Swans Island, ME

Average rainfall in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in January
Swans Island, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Swans Island, ME

Average snowfall in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Swans Island, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Swans Island, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swans Island, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Swans Island, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Swans Island, ME

Average UV index in January - Swans Island, 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
Swans Island, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Swans Island, ME

Average visibility in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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