January weather forecast
Wiscasset, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Wiscasset, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January in Wiscasset, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Wiscasset is 4.2h.

UV index

In Wiscasset, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Wiscasset, is 30.9°F (-0.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 9.72" (247mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout January, 9.72" (247mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wiscasset have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Wiscasset, Pennsylvania, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average temperature in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average pressure in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average wind speed in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average humidity in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average rainfall in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average snowfall in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average UV index in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Wiscasset, PA

Average visibility in January - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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