January weather forecast
Benedicta, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Benedicta, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Benedicta experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In Benedicta, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout January, 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated. In Benedicta, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.3 days and aggregates up to 45.63" (1159mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Benedicta, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Benedicta, the average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Benedicta, is 22.6°F (-5.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Benedicta?

The average relative humidity in January in Benedicta is 88%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Benedicta, Maine, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Benedicta, in January, snow falls for 16.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Benedicta have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Benedicta have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

How high is the UV index 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Benedicta, ME

Average temperature in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Benedicta, ME

Average pressure in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Benedicta, ME

Average wind speed in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Benedicta, ME

Average humidity in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Benedicta, ME

Average rainfall in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and July (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Benedicta, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Benedicta, ME

Average snowfall in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Benedicta, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Benedicta, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Benedicta, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Benedicta, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Benedicta, ME

Average visibility in January - Benedicta, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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