January weather forecast
Westbrook, ME

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Weather in January

January in Westbrook, Maine experiences the firm grip of winter, with cold temperatures and frequent snowfall contributing to a snowy landscape. Fields and forests in the area wear a blanket of white, as this month witnesses the peak of the snowfall season with 2.72" (69mm). The typically frosty mornings transition into chilly but clear afternoons. Heat demand is high in households, with foggy windows betraying the contrasts of indoor and outdoor temperatures. As the sun sets, its weak winter rays disappearing below the horizon, night temperatures plunge again, signaling the heart of the cold season.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Westbrook, in January, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westbrook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.5 days and collects up to 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Westbrook. In January, in Westbrook, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout January, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Westbrook, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Westbrook, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January in Westbrook, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Westbrook?

The lowest temperatures in Westbrook are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

How cold is January in Westbrook?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Westbrook, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Westbrook?

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

How much does it rain in Westbrook in January?

In Westbrook, Maine, in January, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Westbrook?

In Westbrook, Maine, in January, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Westbrook is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Westbrook?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Westbrook, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westbrook have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Westbrook?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Westbrook?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Westbrook, Maine, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Westbrook, ME

Average temperature in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in January
Westbrook, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Westbrook, ME

Average wind speed in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Westbrook, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Westbrook, ME

Average rainfall in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in January
Westbrook, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Westbrook, ME

Average snowfall in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Westbrook, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Westbrook, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Westbrook, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Westbrook, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Westbrook, ME

Average UV index in January - Westbrook, 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
Westbrook, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Westbrook, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Westbrook, ME

Average visibility in January - Westbrook, 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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