January weather forecast
Porterfield, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Porterfield, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Porterfield's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Porterfield, during January, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow. In Porterfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.8 days and aggregates up to 38.19" (970mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Porterfield is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Porterfield is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Porterfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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 Porterfield?

With average high and low temperatures of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively, January is Porterfield's coldest month.

How cold is it in Porterfield in January?

In January, in Porterfield, the average high-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Porterfield?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Porterfield?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Porterfield?

In January, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Porterfield?

In Porterfield, Maine, during January, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Porterfield have in January?

In January, the average day length in Porterfield, Maine, is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Porterfield?

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, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Porterfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Porterfield?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Porterfield is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Porterfield, ME

Average temperature in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average pressure in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average wind speed in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average humidity in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average rainfall in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average snowfall in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average UV index in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, ME

Average visibility in January - Porterfield, 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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