January weather forecast
Waterville, ME

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Weather in January

The weather in Waterville, Maine is fierce in January with low temperatures and significant snowfall. January temperatures oscillate from 11.7°F (-11.3°C) to 25.3°F (-3.7°C), with the lowest temperatures occurring in this month. Compared to December, visibility increases slightly, but the snow and fog frequently keep it restricted. Weather wise January does not differ much from February, though February features slightly less snow. Throughout January, expect heavy clothing to be essential.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), is Waterville's coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Waterville, Maine, during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Waterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Waterville is January, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Waterville, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Waterville, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
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. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Waterville?

Waterville witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is it in Waterville in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Waterville, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Waterville?

In Waterville, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Waterville?

In Waterville, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Waterville?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Waterville. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Waterville?

In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 8.07" (205mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Waterville have in January?

In Waterville, Maine, the average day length in January is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Waterville?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waterville have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Waterville?

The months with the lowest UV index in Waterville, Maine, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Waterville?

In Waterville, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Waterville, ME

Average temperature in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Waterville, ME

Average pressure in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Waterville, ME

Average wind speed in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Waterville, ME

Average humidity in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Waterville, ME

Average rainfall in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in January
Waterville, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Waterville, ME

Average snowfall in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Waterville, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Waterville, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waterville, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Waterville, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Waterville, ME

Average UV index in January - Waterville, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Waterville, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in January
Waterville, ME

Average visibility in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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