January weather forecast
Swans Island, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Swans Island, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Swans Island, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Swans Island, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Swans Island, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With its average high temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), January is regarded as the coldest month in Swans Island.

How cold is January?

In Swans Island, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Swans Island, in January, during 8.1 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Swans Island, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Swans Island have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Swans Island have in January?

In Swans Island, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Swans Island?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Swans Island, ME

Average temperature in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Swans Island, ME

Average pressure in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.95"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
Swans Island, ME

Average wind speed in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Swans Island, ME

Average humidity in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Swans Island, ME

Average rainfall in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Swans Island, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Swans Island, ME

Average snowfall in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Swans Island, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Swans Island, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swans Island, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Swans Island, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Swans Island, ME

Average UV index in January - Swans Island, 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
Swans Island, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Swans Island, ME

Average visibility in January - Swans Island, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

Swans Island, Maine, USA

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