January weather forecast
South Freeport, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Freeport, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In South Freeport, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In South Freeport, Maine, in January, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Freeport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month in South Freeport, exhibiting average temperatures of 30.2°F (-1°C) at the peak and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) at the base.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in South Freeport, records 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In South Freeport, during January, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does South Freeport have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and 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 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
South Freeport, ME

Average temperature in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in January
South Freeport, ME

Average pressure in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Freeport, ME

Average wind speed in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
South Freeport, ME

Average humidity in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
South Freeport, ME

Average rainfall in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
South Freeport, ME

Average rainfall days in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Freeport, ME

Average snowfall in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Freeport, ME

Average snowfall days in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Freeport, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Freeport, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Freeport, ME

Average sunshine days in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in January
South Freeport, ME

Average UV index in January - South Freeport, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
South Freeport, ME

Average cloud cover in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
South Freeport, ME

Average visibility in January - South Freeport, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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