January weather forecast
Cushing, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Cushing, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cushing, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cushing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Cushing, in January, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: Navigating the 41.2°F (5.1°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In Cushing, Maine, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of January, in Cushing, Maine, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Cushing, is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Cushing in January?

In Cushing, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Cushing, in January, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Cushing, in January, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). Swimming in 41.2°F (5.1°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Cushing is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cushing have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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 intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Cushing, ME

Average pressure in January - Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME

Average wind speed in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Cushing, ME

Average humidity in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Cushing, ME

Average rainfall in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Cushing, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cushing, ME

Average snowfall in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Cushing, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Cushing, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in January
Cushing, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Cushing, ME

Average UV index in January - Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Cushing, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Cushing, ME

Average visibility in January - Cushing, 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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