January weather forecast
Waterville, ME

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Weather in January

The weather in Waterville, Maine is fierce in January with low temperatures and significant snowfall. January temperatures oscillate from 11.7°F (-11.3°C) to 25.3°F (-3.7°C), with the lowest temperatures occurring in this month. Compared to December, visibility increases slightly, but the snow and fog frequently keep it restricted. Weather wise January does not differ much from February, though February features slightly less snow. Throughout January, expect heavy clothing to be essential.

Temperature

Waterville's January weather reaches an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Waterville, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January brings the lowest temperatures in Waterville, Maine, with an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is it in Waterville in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Waterville. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Waterville, in January, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Waterville is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waterville have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Waterville, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Waterville, ME

Average temperature in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°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
Waterville, ME

Average pressure in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Waterville, ME

Average wind speed in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Waterville, ME

Average humidity in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Waterville, ME

Average rainfall in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Waterville, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waterville, ME

Average snowfall in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waterville, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waterville, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Waterville, ME

Average UV index in January - Waterville, 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
Waterville, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Waterville, ME

Average visibility in January - Waterville, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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