January weather forecast
West Southport, ME

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in West Southport, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

In West Southport, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In West Southport, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In West Southport, during January, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of January, in West Southport, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In West Southport, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In West Southport, in January, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in West Southport is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In West Southport, in January, during 10.1 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Southport have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in January
West Southport, ME

Average temperature in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
West Southport, ME

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

Average wind speed in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
West Southport, ME

Average humidity in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
West Southport, ME

Average rainfall in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
West Southport, ME

Average rainfall days in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Southport, ME

Average snowfall in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Southport, ME

Average snowfall days in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Southport, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Southport, ME

Average sunshine days in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
West Southport, ME

Average UV index in January - West Southport, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
West Southport, ME

Average cloud cover in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
West Southport, ME

Average visibility in January - West Southport, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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