January weather forecast
Castine, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Castine, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.4°F (-2°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

Castine witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Castine, Maine, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Castine, Maine, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 24.29" (617mm) 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 10.1 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Castine, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.7°F (5.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 41.7°F (5.4°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of January, in Castine, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is Castine's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 28.4°F (-2°C) and lows of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 28.4°F (-2°C) and the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Castine, Maine, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Castine?

In Castine, in January, during 10.1 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January?

In Castine, in January, the average water temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Castine have in January?

In Castine, the average day length in January is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Castine?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Castine have in January?

In Castine, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Castine, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Castine, ME

Average temperature in January - Castine, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Castine, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Castine, ME

Average wind speed in January - Castine, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

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

Average humidity in January
Castine, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Castine, ME

Average rainfall in January - Castine, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Castine, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Castine, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Castine, ME

Average snowfall in January - Castine, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Castine, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Castine, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Castine, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Castine, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Castine, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Castine, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Castine, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Castine, ME

Average UV index in January - Castine, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Castine, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Castine, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Castine, ME

Average visibility in January - Castine, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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