January weather forecast
Richmond, ME

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Weather in January

January in Richmond, Maine, has the coldest temperatures of the year, with the mercury plummeting to a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C). January is also renowned for its snowfall, with the landscape shrouded in an average of 5.28" (134mm) of snow. The cold temperatures are further intensified by the brisk winds, making it a typical winter month. The city gets blanketed in snow and exhibits a scenic winter wonderland, ideal for winter sports enthusiasts. To sum it up, January in Richmond includes bone-chilling temperatures, snow-covered streets, and frosty gusts of wind.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Richmond, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in January, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Richmond, in January, the average water temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).
Note: In swimming exercises, this state is seen as life-threatening and poses serious dangers. The painful sensation of the cold water induces immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to limit thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Richmond, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With an average high-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout January, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Richmond, in January, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Richmond, in January, the average water temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January in Richmond?

The average day length in January in Richmond is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Richmond?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Richmond, ME

Average pressure in January - Richmond, 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
Richmond, ME

Average wind speed in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Richmond, ME

Average humidity in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Richmond, ME

Average rainfall in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Richmond, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Richmond, ME

Average snowfall in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Richmond, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Richmond, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 40.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.7°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Richmond, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Richmond, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Richmond, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Richmond, ME

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Richmond, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Richmond, ME

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

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

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