January weather forecast
Waterboro, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Waterboro, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 16°F (-8.9°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Waterboro, during January, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Waterboro, Maine, during January, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow. In Waterboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 30.79" (782mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Waterboro is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average high and low temperatures of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C) respectively, January is Waterboro's coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Waterboro, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Waterboro are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Waterboro, in January, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Waterboro have in January?

In Waterboro, the average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waterboro have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Waterboro?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Waterboro, ME

Average pressure in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Waterboro, ME

Average wind speed in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Waterboro, ME

Average humidity in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

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

Average rainfall in January
Waterboro, ME

Average rainfall in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Waterboro, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waterboro, ME

Average snowfall in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waterboro, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waterboro, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waterboro, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Waterboro, ME

Average UV index in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Waterboro, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Waterboro, 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 32).

Average visibility in January
Waterboro, ME

Average visibility in January - Waterboro, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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