January weather forecast
Ellsworth, ME

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Weather in January

January in Ellsworth, Maine, USA, is dominated by the winter season, with crisp temperatures and considerable snowfall. A snow-covered environment is often observed, as this month receives an average snowfall of 4.69" (119mm), adding to the winter charm. This is more compared with February plus the relatively low temperatures make it crucial to dress warmly and prepare for wintery conditions. Though days are short, they typically experience more sunshine than February, extending almost half the daylight hours. The frosty weather continues into February, with only a minor increase in average temperatures.

Temperature

January stands out as Ellsworth's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In Ellsworth, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ellsworth, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) 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 11.3 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ellsworth, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January stands out as Ellsworth's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ellsworth, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Ellsworth, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ellsworth have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Ellsworth, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Ellsworth?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average temperature in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.9°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Ellsworth, ME

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

Average wind speed in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average humidity in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average rainfall in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average snowfall in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ellsworth, 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 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Ellsworth, ME

Average UV index in January - Ellsworth, 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
Ellsworth, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Ellsworth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Ellsworth, ME

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

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

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