January weather forecast
Fort Kent, ME

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Weather in January

Fort Kent, Maine, welcomes the new year with a white carpet of snow 14.72" (374mm) deep, accumulated on more than half the days in January. These winter conditions are accompanied by an overcast sky, with cloud coverage peaking at 73%. A heavy woolen coat will be a requisite as the chill of winter extends throughout the day, with shifts in temperature that remain below freezing. The constant cover of grey clouds not only drops temperatures but also leads to lesser daylight hours, comparatively. However, the consistent snowfall paints a picturesque winter landscape, perfect for those who seek to delight in wintry aesthetics.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 18°F (-7.8°C) and 2.8°F (-16.2°C) respectively, January is Fort Kent's coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 20.7 days and typically aggregates up to 14.72" (374mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Kent, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January stands out as Fort Kent's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a low of 2.8°F (-16.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Fort Kent experiences an average high-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 2.8°F (-16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Fort Kent, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 20.7 days and typically aggregates up to 14.72" (374mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 20.7 days. Throughout January, 14.72" (374mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Kent have in January?

In Fort Kent, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Fort Kent, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index 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
Fort Kent, ME

Average temperature in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 18°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average pressure in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.95"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average wind speed in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average humidity in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average rainfall in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average snowfall in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 14.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average UV index in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in January
Fort Kent, ME

Average visibility in January - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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