January weather forecast
Yarmouth, ME

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Weather in January

January presents Yarmouth, Maine with the coldest weather of the year, setting the stage for winter activities. Variances in daily high and low temperatures mark January's climate, engrossing the city under a thick blanket of winter. Daylight duration runs short, which, coupled with the overcast skies, keeps the city in a mostly gloomy state. The quantity of rainfall seen in January 1.3" (33mm), while the city also sees an average of 2.8" (71mm) of snowfall across 7.3 days of the month. Offering a handful of frosty days, January transitions Yarmouth into a winter wonderland.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Yarmouth, in January, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Yarmouth, in January, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Yarmouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Yarmouth, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is January in Yarmouth?

In Yarmouth, in January, the average high-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Yarmouth?

In Yarmouth, Maine, in January, during 6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Yarmouth, during January, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yarmouth have in January?

In Yarmouth, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Yarmouth, ME

Average temperature in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in January
Yarmouth, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average wind speed in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average humidity in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average rainfall in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average snowfall in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Yarmouth, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average UV index in January - Yarmouth, 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
Yarmouth, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Yarmouth, ME

Average visibility in January - Yarmouth, 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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