January weather forecast
Phillips, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Phillips, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and as low as 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Phillips is January, when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Phillips, in January, during 19.3 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Phillips, during the entire year, snow falls for 115.6 days and aggregates up to 53.43" (1357mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Phillips, the average sunshine in January is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Phillips during January are 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 7.3°F (-13.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Phillips, in January, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Phillips, in January, snow falls for 19.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Phillips have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Phillips have in January?

In Phillips, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Phillips, ME

Average temperature in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Phillips, ME

Average pressure in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Phillips, ME

Average wind speed in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Phillips, ME

Average humidity in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Phillips, ME

Average rainfall in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Phillips, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Phillips, ME

Average snowfall in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Phillips, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Phillips, 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: 3h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Phillips, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Phillips, ME

Average UV index in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Phillips, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in January
Phillips, ME

Average visibility in January - Phillips, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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