January weather forecast
Orrington, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Orrington, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and max 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

In Orrington, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Orrington, Maine, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Orrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Orrington is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Orrington is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Orrington?

January, with an average high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Orrington.

How cold is it in Orrington in January?

In Orrington, in January, the average high-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Orrington?

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

How much does it rain in Orrington in January?

In January, in Orrington, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Orrington?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Orrington?

In Orrington, Maine, in January, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Orrington?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Orrington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Orrington?

In Orrington, Maine, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orrington?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Orrington.

How high is the UV index in January in Orrington?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Orrington is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Orrington, ME

Average temperature in January - Orrington, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Orrington, ME

Average pressure in January - Orrington, 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
Orrington, ME

Average wind speed in January - Orrington, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Orrington, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Orrington, ME

Average rainfall in January - Orrington, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Orrington, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Orrington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Orrington, ME

Average snowfall in January - Orrington, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Orrington, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Orrington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Orrington, 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 3min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Orrington, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Orrington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Orrington, ME

Average UV index in January - Orrington, 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
Orrington, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Orrington, ME

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

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

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