January weather forecast
Penobscot, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Penobscot, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Penobscot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Penobscot are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Penobscot, Maine. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Penobscot, Maine, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Penobscot, the average sunshine in January is 4.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Penobscot?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low of 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

How cold is January in Penobscot?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Penobscot, Maine, are 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 15.6°F (-9.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Penobscot?

In January, the average relative humidity in Penobscot, Maine, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Penobscot?

In January, in Penobscot, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Penobscot?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Penobscot. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Penobscot in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Penobscot?

On the first day of January in Penobscot, Maine, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Penobscot?

In Penobscot, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Penobscot?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Penobscot, ME

Average temperature in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Penobscot, ME

Average pressure in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.95"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
Penobscot, ME

Average wind speed in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Penobscot, ME

Average humidity in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Penobscot, ME

Average rainfall in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Penobscot, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Penobscot, ME

Average snowfall in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Penobscot, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Penobscot, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Penobscot, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Penobscot, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Penobscot, ME

Average UV index in January - Penobscot, 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
Penobscot, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Penobscot, ME

Average visibility in January - Penobscot, 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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