January weather forecast
Burlington, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Burlington, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C) respectively, January is Burlington's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, Maine, in January, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.2 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Burlington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Burlington, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

How cold is January?

In Burlington, in January, the average high-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Burlington, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Burlington, Maine, during January, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Burlington have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Burlington, ME

Average temperature in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Burlington, ME

Average pressure in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.95"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
Burlington, ME

Average wind speed in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Burlington, ME

Average humidity in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Burlington, ME

Average rainfall in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Burlington, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Burlington, ME

Average snowfall in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Burlington, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Burlington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Burlington, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Burlington, ME

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

Average cloud cover in January
Burlington, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Burlington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Burlington, ME

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

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

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