January weather forecast
Presque Isle, ME

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Weather in January

The bracing winter is in full swing in Presque Isle, Maine, this month. The chilly air in January hovers between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C), making it one of the coldest periods of the year. Outdoor activities might be hampered due to the heaviest snowfall recorded over the course of 18.9 days. Despite the frozen precipitation, the beauty of the winter wonderland remains unabated. It is best to bundle up and stay cozy indoors as the city turns into a winter portrait due to the high cloud cover of 71%.

Temperature

Presque Isle's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and lows of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

In Presque Isle, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

Rainfall

In Presque Isle, in January, during 5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 15.2" (386mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Presque Isle, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 15.2" (386mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Presque Isle, Maine, in January, snow falls for 18.9 days, with typically accumulated 15.2" (386mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Presque Isle have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. 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
Presque Isle, ME

Average temperature in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average pressure in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average wind speed in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average humidity in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average rainfall in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average snowfall in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 15.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average UV index in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in January
Presque Isle, ME

Average visibility in January - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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