January weather forecast
Stonington, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Stonington, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stonington, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stonington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.5 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.2 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Stonington, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.7°F (5.4°C).
Note: Caution: 41.7°F (5.4°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stonington, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Stonington?

Stonington witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Stonington, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Stonington?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Stonington, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Stonington, during January, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Stonington?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C). Swimming in 41.7°F (5.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stonington have in January?

In Stonington, Maine, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in January
Stonington, ME

Average pressure in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Stonington, ME

Average wind speed in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Stonington, ME

Average humidity in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Stonington, ME

Average rainfall in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Stonington, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Stonington, ME

Average snowfall in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Stonington, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Stonington, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Stonington, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Stonington, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Stonington, ME

Average UV index in January - Stonington, 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
Stonington, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Stonington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Stonington, ME

Average visibility in January - Stonington, 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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