January weather forecast
Alfred, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Alfred, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Alfred.

Rainfall

In Alfred, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alfred, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alfred, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Alfred, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Alfred's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 30°F (-1.1°C) and lows of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Alfred, is 30°F (-1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Alfred, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Alfred, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Alfred, during January, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alfred have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alfred have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Alfred, ME

Average temperature in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Alfred, ME

Average pressure in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Alfred, ME

Average wind speed in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Alfred, ME

Average humidity in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Alfred, ME

Average rainfall in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Alfred, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alfred, ME

Average snowfall in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Alfred, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alfred, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alfred, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alfred, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Alfred, ME

Average UV index in January - Alfred, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Alfred, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Alfred, ME

Average visibility in January - Alfred, 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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