January weather forecast
Kittery Point, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Kittery Point, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.2°F (-6°C) and max 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kittery Point, during January, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Kittery Point, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.2 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature in Kittery Point is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Being in 41.5°F (5.3°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kittery Point, Maine. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is it in Kittery Point in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Kittery Point?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Kittery Point, in January, during 7.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Kittery Point, Maine, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°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.

What is the average length of the day in January in Kittery Point?

The average day length in January in Kittery Point is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kittery Point have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month 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 Kittery Point, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kittery Point, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average pressure in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average wind speed in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average humidity in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average rainfall in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average snowfall in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kittery Point, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average UV index in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Kittery Point, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Kittery Point, ME

Average visibility in January - Kittery Point, 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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