January weather forecast
Hallowell, ME

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Weather in January

In Hallowell, Maine January is reliably cold and snowy, understandably setting the tone for the winter season. With a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low reaching 13.6°F (-10.2°C), Hallowell experiences chillier temperatures in January than neighboring months. The occurrence of snowfall is at its peak, with snowfall accumulating to 6.3" (160mm) spread across nearly 11 days. The city finds itself embracing a wintery aesthetic as thin layers of frost blanket everything in sight. Stepping out necessitates layers of warm clothing, and often, quite a bit of time set aside for de-icing and shoveling.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Hallowell, in January, during 7 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hallowell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hallowell, during January, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hallowell, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hallowell, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hallowell. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Hallowell, the average high-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Hallowell, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Hallowell, in January, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Hallowell, during January, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hallowell have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Hallowell, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hallowell have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hallowell is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Hallowell, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Hallowell, ME

Average temperature in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°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 (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Hallowell, ME

Average pressure in January - Hallowell, 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
Hallowell, ME

Average wind speed in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Hallowell, ME

Average humidity in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Hallowell, ME

Average rainfall in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Hallowell, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hallowell, ME

Average snowfall in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hallowell, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hallowell, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hallowell, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Hallowell, ME

Average UV index in January - Hallowell, 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
Hallowell, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Hallowell, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Hallowell, ME

Average visibility in January - Hallowell, 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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