January weather forecast
Machiasport, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Machiasport, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Machiasport, during January, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Machiasport, Maine, 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.

Ocean temperature

In Machiasport, in January, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 41.5°F (5.3°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January 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 6:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Machiasport, Maine, the average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C), is the coldest month in Machiasport.

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Machiasport, during January, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

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

How cold is the water in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Machiasport, 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 risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Machiasport, ME

Average temperature in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average pressure in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average wind speed in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average humidity in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average rainfall in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average snowfall in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Machiasport, 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 sea temperature in January
Machiasport, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Machiasport, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average UV index in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Machiasport, 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
Machiasport, ME

Average visibility in January - Machiasport, 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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