January weather forecast
West Bethel, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in West Bethel, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Temperature

In West Bethel, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and reaching a low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

In West Bethel, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Bethel. In West Bethel, in January, during 15.3 snowfall days, 10" (254mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West Bethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.9 days and aggregates up to 52.13" (1324mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 18min.
On the first day of January in West Bethel, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low of 10°F (-12.2°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

During January, West Bethel experiences an average high-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in West Bethel?

In West Bethel, in January, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In West Bethel, during January, snow falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in West Bethel?

The average day length in January is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Bethel, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in West Bethel is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
West Bethel, ME

Average temperature in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in January
West Bethel, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Bethel, ME

Average wind speed in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
West Bethel, ME

Average humidity in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
West Bethel, ME

Average rainfall in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
West Bethel, ME

Average rainfall days in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Bethel, ME

Average snowfall in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 10"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Bethel, ME

Average snowfall days in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Bethel, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Bethel, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Bethel, ME

Average sunshine days in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
West Bethel, ME

Average UV index in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
West Bethel, ME

Average cloud cover in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
West Bethel, ME

Average visibility in January - West Bethel, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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