January weather forecast
West Buxton, ME

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in West Buxton, Maine, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16°F (-8.9°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and as low as 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Buxton, 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 January, in West Buxton, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Buxton, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 30.79" (782mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Buxton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Buxton, Maine, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Buxton, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in West Buxton?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in West Buxton, with averages ranging from a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is January in West Buxton?

In West Buxton, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What are the most humid months in West Buxton?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in West Buxton, Maine.

What is the average humidity in January in West Buxton?

The average relative humidity in January in West Buxton is 83%.

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

In West Buxton, Maine, during January, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Buxton in January?

In West Buxton, Maine, in January, during 10.2 snowfall days, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Buxton have in January?

In January, the average day length in West Buxton, Maine, is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in West Buxton?

On the first day of January in West Buxton, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in West Buxton?

In January, the average sunshine duration in West Buxton, Maine, is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Buxton?

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

How high is the UV index in January in West Buxton?

In West Buxton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
West Buxton, ME

Average temperature in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average pressure in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average wind speed in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average humidity in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average rainfall in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average rainfall days in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average snowfall in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average snowfall days in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average sunshine days in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average UV index in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average cloud cover in January - West Buxton, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average visibility in January - West Buxton, 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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