January weather forecast
West Forks, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in West Forks, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7°F (-13.9°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

West Forks experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

In West Forks, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

Rainfall

In West Forks, during January, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In West Forks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Forks. In West Forks, in January, snow falls for 21 days, with typically accumulated 13.82" (351mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 110.8 snowfall days, and 76.65" (1947mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in West Forks, Maine, is 9h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of January, in West Forks, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in West Forks is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in West Forks?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 7°F (-13.9°C).

How cold is it in West Forks in January?

West Forks in January has an average high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in West Forks?

In January, the average relative humidity in West Forks is 90%.

How much does it rain in West Forks in January?

In West Forks, in January, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Forks in January?

In January, in West Forks, Maine, it is snowing for 21 days. Throughout January, 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Forks have in January?

In West Forks, the average day length in January is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in West Forks?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Forks, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Forks have in January?

In West Forks, Maine, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in West Forks?

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

Average temperature in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Forks, ME

Average pressure in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
West Forks, ME

Average wind speed in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Forks, ME

Average humidity in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Forks, ME

Average rainfall in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Forks, ME

Average rainfall days in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Forks, ME

Average snowfall in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 13.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Forks, ME

Average snowfall days in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.8 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
West Forks, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Forks, ME

Average sunshine days in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Forks, ME

Average UV index in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
West Forks, ME

Average cloud cover in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in January
West Forks, ME

Average visibility in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September and December (4mi).

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