January weather forecast
Shawmut, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Shawmut, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 11.8°F (-11.2°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Shawmut is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shawmut, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of January, in Shawmut, Maine, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Shawmut is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. 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 are the coldest months in Shawmut?

With an average high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Shawmut in January?

In January, in Shawmut, the average high-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Shawmut?

In January, the average relative humidity in Shawmut is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Shawmut?

In Shawmut, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Shawmut?

The month with the most snowfall in Shawmut, Maine, is January, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Shawmut in January?

In January, in Shawmut, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout January, 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shawmut have in January?

The average day length in January in Shawmut is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Shawmut?

On the first day of January in Shawmut, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawmut have in January?

In Shawmut, Maine, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shawmut?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Shawmut?

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

Average temperature in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.3°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Shawmut, ME

Average pressure in January - Shawmut, 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
Shawmut, ME

Average wind speed in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Shawmut, ME

Average humidity in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Shawmut, ME

Average rainfall in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, October and December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Shawmut, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shawmut, ME

Average snowfall in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shawmut, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shawmut, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shawmut, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Shawmut, ME

Average UV index in January - Shawmut, 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
Shawmut, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Shawmut, ME

Average visibility in January - Shawmut, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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