January weather forecast
Owls Head, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Owls Head, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and lows of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Owls Head, Maine, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Owls Head, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Owls Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Owls Head, in January, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 41.2°F (5.1°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Owls Head, the average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Owls Head, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Owls Head?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Owls Head?

In Owls Head, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Owls Head, during January, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In Owls Head, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.2°F (5.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Owls Head?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Owls Head have in January?

In Owls Head, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Owls Head, ME

Average temperature in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Owls Head, ME

Average pressure in January - Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, ME

Average wind speed in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Owls Head, ME

Average humidity in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Owls Head, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Owls Head, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Owls Head, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Owls Head, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Owls Head, ME

Average UV index in January - Owls Head, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Owls Head, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Owls Head, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Owls Head, ME

Average visibility in January - Owls Head, 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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