January weather forecast
Porter, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Porter, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

In Porter, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Porter, Maine.

Rainfall

In Porter, in January, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Porter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.2 days and collects up to 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Porter, in January, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 8.11" (206mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Porter, there are 49.8 snowfall days, and 38.19" (970mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January in Porter, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Porter, Maine, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Porter?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is January in Porter?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Porter, is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Porter?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Porter?

In Porter, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in Porter in January?

In Porter, Maine, during January, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Porter in January?

In Porter, in January, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Porter have in January?

In January, the average day length in Porter, Maine, is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Porter?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Porter, Maine, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Porter?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Porter is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Porter?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Porter, ME

Average temperature in January - Porter, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Porter, ME

Average pressure in January - Porter, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Porter, ME

Average wind speed in January - Porter, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Porter, ME

Average humidity in January - Porter, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Porter, ME

Average rainfall in January - Porter, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in January
Porter, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Porter, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Porter, ME

Average snowfall in January - Porter, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Porter, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Porter, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 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
Porter, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Porter, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Porter, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Porter, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Porter, ME

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Porter, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Porter, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Porter, ME

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

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

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