January weather forecast
South Waterford, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Waterford, Maine, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and min 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

In South Waterford, Maine, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at the peak and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In South Waterford, in January, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Waterford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Waterford are January through May, October through December. In South Waterford, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 8.98" (228mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 42.52" (1080mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in South Waterford, Maine, is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January in South Waterford, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in South Waterford, Maine, is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in South Waterford?

South Waterford's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and lows of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is January in South Waterford?

The high-temperature in South Waterford during January is 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and the low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What are the most humid months in South Waterford?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in South Waterford, Maine.

What is the average humidity in January in South Waterford?

In January, the average relative humidity in South Waterford, Maine, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in South Waterford?

In South Waterford, in January, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in South Waterford?

In South Waterford, during January, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in South Waterford is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in South Waterford?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Waterford have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Waterford?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in South Waterford?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
South Waterford, ME

Average temperature in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
South Waterford, ME

Average pressure in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"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 Waterford, ME

Average wind speed in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
South Waterford, ME

Average humidity in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
South Waterford, ME

Average rainfall in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
South Waterford, ME

Average rainfall days in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Waterford, ME

Average snowfall in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Waterford, ME

Average snowfall days in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Waterford, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Waterford, ME

Average sunshine days in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
South Waterford, ME

Average UV index in January - South Waterford, 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
South Waterford, ME

Average cloud cover in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
South Waterford, ME

Average visibility in January - South Waterford, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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