January weather forecast
Washington, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Washington, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Washington, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in Washington, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Washington, there are 144.1 rainfall days, and 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Washington is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Washington, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Washington?

Washington notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is it in Washington in January?

January temperatures in Washington vary between a high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Washington?

The average relative humidity in January in Washington is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Washington?

In January, in Washington, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Washington?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Washington. Snow falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Washington?

In Washington, Maine, in January, during 9.3 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Washington?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Washington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Washington, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Washington?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Washington?

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

Average temperature in January - Washington, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Washington, ME

Average pressure in January - Washington, 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
Washington, ME

Average wind speed in January - Washington, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Washington, ME

Average humidity in January - Washington, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Washington, ME

Average rainfall in January - Washington, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in January
Washington, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Washington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

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

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Average snowfall in January
Washington, ME

Average snowfall in January - Washington, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Washington, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Washington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Washington, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Washington, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Washington, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Washington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Washington, ME

Average UV index in January - Washington, 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
Washington, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Washington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Washington, ME

Average visibility in January - Washington, 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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