January weather forecast
Brighton, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Brighton, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, Maine, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Brighton, during January, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.8 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Brighton?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Brighton, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Brighton have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Brighton are January through April, October through 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Brighton, ME

Average temperature in January - Brighton, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.9°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 (10.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Brighton, ME

Average pressure in January - Brighton, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Brighton, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Brighton, ME

Average humidity in January - Brighton, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall in January - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall in January - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Brighton, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Brighton, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Brighton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Brighton, ME

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

Average cloud cover in January
Brighton, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Brighton, ME

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

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

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