January weather forecast
Mechanic Falls, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Mechanic Falls, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Mechanic Falls records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In Mechanic Falls, during January, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Mechanic Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.5 days and collects up to 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of January, in Mechanic Falls, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January stands out as Mechanic Falls's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Mechanic Falls, is 27°F (-2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.3°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 (13.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average pressure in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average wind speed in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average humidity in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

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

Average rainfall in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average rainfall in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average snowfall in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average UV index in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Mechanic Falls, ME

Average visibility in January - Mechanic Falls, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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