January weather forecast
Oakland, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Oakland, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and max 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oakland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Oakland, Maine, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oakland are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Oakland?

Oakland reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 25.3°F (-3.7°C) at the peak and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Oakland, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Oakland is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Oakland, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 8.07" (205mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in January?

In Oakland, the average day length in January is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Oakland, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Oakland, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Oakland, ME

Average pressure in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Oakland, ME

Average wind speed in January - Oakland, 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
Oakland, ME

Average humidity in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Oakland, ME

Average rainfall in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Oakland, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oakland, ME

Average snowfall in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oakland, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oakland, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oakland, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Oakland, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Oakland, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Oakland, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

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 40).

Average visibility in January
Oakland, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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