January weather forecast
Newport, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Newport, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and max 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In Newport, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in January, during 7 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 9.49" (241mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In Newport, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 11.8°F (-11.2°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 11.8°F (-11.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Newport, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in Newport in January?

In Newport, during January, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 9.49" (241mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Newport, in January, during 12.8 snowfall days, 9.49" (241mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in January?

In Newport, the average day length in January is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Newport, 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Newport, ME

Average temperature in January - Newport, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Newport, ME

Average pressure in January - Newport, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Newport, ME

Average wind speed in January - Newport, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Newport, ME

Average humidity in January - Newport, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Newport, ME

Average rainfall in January - Newport, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Newport, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Newport, ME

Average snowfall in January - Newport, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Newport, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Newport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Newport, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Newport, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Newport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Newport, ME

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Newport, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Newport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Newport, ME

Average visibility in January - Newport, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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