January weather forecast
Machias, ME

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Weather in January

The weather in Machias, Maine, starts off the year with accumulation of 2.64" (67mm) of snow during the winter month of January. As one might expect for this time of year, the city often experiences low visibility. Cold, snowy evenings breed a substantial increase in relative humidity, making the outdoor climate feel colder than temperatures might suggest. There's a significant drop in daylight hours, leaving residents with less opportunity to soak up the sun. Winds pick up in January, ushering in the new year with a cool, brisk breeze.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 30.6°F (-0.8°C) at the peak and 19.9°F (-6.7°C) at the low.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Machias, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Machias is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Machias?

In Machias, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Machias, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Machias is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Machias, in January, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Machias?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Machias, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Machias have in January?

In January, the average day length in Machias is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Machias?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Machias have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Machias, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Machias, ME

Average pressure in January - Machias, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Machias, ME

Average wind speed in January - Machias, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Machias, ME

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Machias, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Machias, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Machias, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Machias, ME

Average snowfall in January - Machias, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Machias, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Machias, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Machias, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Machias, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Machias, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Machias, ME

Average UV index in January - Machias, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Machias, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Machias, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Machias, ME

Average visibility in January - Machias, 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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