January weather forecast
Prospect, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Prospect, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at the peak and 15.6°F (-9.1°C) at the low.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Prospect, Maine, in January, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) 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 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Prospect is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Prospect witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Prospect, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Prospect, during January, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Prospect is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prospect have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prospect, Maine, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Prospect, ME

Average temperature in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average pressure in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average wind speed in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average humidity in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

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

Average sunshine days in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average UV index in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average visibility in January - Prospect, 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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