January weather forecast
Readfield, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Readfield, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Readfield, during January, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Readfield, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Readfield, in January, during 10.9 snowfall days, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Readfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 29.69" (754mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 18min.
On the first day of January in Readfield, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Readfield is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Readfield?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is it in Readfield in January?

Readfield in January has an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Readfield?

The months with the highest humidity in Readfield, Maine, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Readfield?

The average relative humidity in January in Readfield is 83%.

How much does it rain in Readfield in January?

In Readfield, in January, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Readfield?

In January, in Readfield, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Readfield have in January?

In January, the average day length in Readfield is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Readfield?

On the first day of January in Readfield, Maine, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Readfield have in January?

In Readfield, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Readfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Readfield?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Readfield, ME

Average temperature in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Readfield, ME

Average pressure in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Readfield, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Readfield, ME

Average humidity in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Readfield, ME

Average rainfall in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Readfield, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Readfield, ME

Average snowfall in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Readfield, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Readfield, 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: 5h and 1min

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
Readfield, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Readfield, ME

Average UV index in January - Readfield, 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
Readfield, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Readfield, ME

Average visibility in January - Readfield, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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