January weather forecast
Sheridan, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sheridan, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

Sheridan's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In Sheridan, 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

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. 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

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:34 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Sheridan, in January, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

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 many days does it snow in January?

In Sheridan, 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?

On the first day of January in Sheridan, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in January?

In Sheridan, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheridan is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Sheridan, ME

Average temperature in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average pressure in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average wind speed in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average humidity in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average rainfall in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average snowfall in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

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

Average sunshine days in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average UV index in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, ME

Average visibility in January - Sheridan, 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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