January weather forecast
Lewiston, ME

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Weather in January

January displays a signature Maine winter in Lewiston. The city endures chilly conditions with the highest temperature at 27°F (-2.8°C) and the lowest at 13.3°F (-10.4°C), coupled with substantial levels of snowfall. The cold weather is accompanied by a moderate breeze, with wind speeds clocking in around 7.3mph (11.7km/h) on average. High humidity and typical winter gloominess often provide a screen of clouds over the city. The presence of snow contributes to the reduction in visibility, making travel slightly more difficult during this month.

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lewiston, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lewiston, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

How cold is January?

Lewiston in January has an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Lewiston, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Lewiston, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lewiston have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Lewiston, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lewiston, ME

Average temperature in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Lewiston, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lewiston, ME

Average wind speed in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Lewiston, ME

Average humidity in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Lewiston, ME

Average rainfall in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Lewiston, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lewiston, ME

Average snowfall in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lewiston, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lewiston, ME

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lewiston, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lewiston, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Lewiston, ME

Average UV index in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Lewiston, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Lewiston, ME

Average visibility in January - Lewiston, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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