January weather forecast
West Forks, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in West Forks, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and min 7°F (-13.9°C).

Temperature

West Forks's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) to a low of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

Rainfall

In West Forks, during January, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In West Forks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Forks, in January, during 21 snowfall days, 13.82" (351mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West Forks, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.8 days and aggregates up to 76.65" (1947mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Forks, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 12min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 2.6h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in West Forks is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

West Forks's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) to a low of 7°F (-13.9°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 7°F (-13.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How much does it rain in January?

In West Forks, in January, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In West Forks, during January, snow falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In West Forks, the average day length in January is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In West Forks, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
West Forks, ME

Average temperature in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in January
West Forks, ME

Average pressure in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Forks, ME

Average wind speed in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
West Forks, ME

Average humidity in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
West Forks, ME

Average rainfall in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
West Forks, ME

Average rainfall days in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Forks, ME

Average snowfall in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 13.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Forks, ME

Average snowfall days in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Forks, ME

Average sunshine days in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in January
West Forks, ME

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
West Forks, ME

Average cloud cover in January - West Forks, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in January
West Forks, ME

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

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

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