January weather forecast
Bangor, ME

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The neon-lit city of Bangor, Maine, at night with the clear sky and neon lights reflected in the water below
The neon-lit city of Bangor, Maine, at night with the clear sky and neon lights reflected in the water below

Weather in January

Moving into January, in Bangor, Maine, the city experiences an average high temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) and low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), a clear indication of winter peaks. The skies remain quite cloudy with approximately 51% cloud coverage, adding to the overall chilling atmosphere. Bangor's people cope with about 8.43" (214mm) of snowfall spread across 13.2 days on average. A lethargic wind speed lessens the chill slightly, creating a somewhat tolerable outside atmosphere. This month stands out for its relatively low temperatures and high snowfall.

Temperature

In Bangor, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 26.6°F (-3°C) and reaching a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Bangor is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bangor, in January, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bangor, Maine, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Bangor, Maine, is January, when snow falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bangor, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through 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: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Bangor?

Bangor's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 26.6°F (-3°C) and lows of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is January in Bangor?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bangor, is 26.6°F (-3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Bangor?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in Bangor in January?

In January, in Bangor, Maine, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Bangor?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Bangor, Maine. Snow falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Bangor in January?

In Bangor, during January, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bangor?

In Bangor, the average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Bangor?

On the first day of January in Bangor, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bangor?

The average sunshine duration in January in Bangor, Maine, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bangor?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Bangor?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Bangor is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Bangor, ME

Average temperature in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Bangor, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Bangor, ME

Average wind speed in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Bangor, ME

Average humidity in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bangor, ME

Average rainfall in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in January
Bangor, ME

Average rainfall days in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bangor, ME

Average snowfall in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Bangor, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Bangor, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Bangor, ME

Average UV index in January - Bangor, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bangor, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Bangor, ME

Average visibility in January - Bangor, ME
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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