Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
January, known for its average high temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
In Castine, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.Rainfall
In Castine, Maine, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Castine, Maine. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Castine, in January, the average water temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 41.7°F (5.4°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 18min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Castine is 4.7h.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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the coldest in Castine?
How cold is it in Castine in January?
What is the average humidity in January in Castine?
How many days does it rain in January in Castine?
What is the snowiest month in Castine?
How much does it snow in Castine in January?
What is the water temperature in January in Castine?
What is the average length of the day in January in Castine?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Castine?
How many hours of sunshine does Castine have in January?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Castine?
What is the UV index intensity in January in Castine?
Average temperature in January
Castine, ME
- Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.2°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 (16.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Castine, ME
- Average pressure in January: 29.96"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).
Average wind speed in January
Castine, ME
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in January
Castine, ME
- Average humidity in January: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Castine, ME
- Average rainfall in January: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in January
Castine, ME
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Castine, ME
- Average snowfall in January: 4.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Castine, ME
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Castine, ME
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Castine, 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Castine, ME
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Castine, 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
Castine, ME
- Average cloud cover in January: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in January
Castine, ME
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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