January weather forecast
Ogunquit, ME

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Weather in January

The beginning of the year in Ogunquit, Maine, sets a typical winter stage. A combination of chilly temperatures and relatively high humidity underscores the predominance of winter weather. The coldest month of the year, January, plateau with an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 19.4°F (-7°C). Close-to-freezing conditions along with considerable snowfall make outdoor ice sports possible. Despite the short daylight hours, one can still enjoy the coastal winter scenery.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

January, June and July, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ogunquit, in January, during 6 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ogunquit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.9 days and collects up to 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ogunquit, Maine, are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Ogunquit is January, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Ogunquit, in January, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 41.5°F (5.3°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ogunquit, Maine, is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of January in Ogunquit, Maine, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Ogunquit is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ogunquit, Maine. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Ogunquit?

January stands out as Ogunquit's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 19.4°F (-7°C).

How cold is it in Ogunquit in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ogunquit, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the most humid month in Ogunquit?

The months with the highest humidity in Ogunquit are January, June and July, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ogunquit?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Ogunquit?

In Ogunquit, Maine, during January, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Ogunquit?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Ogunquit. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Ogunquit?

In January, in Ogunquit, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Ogunquit?

In Ogunquit, Maine, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

In January, the average day length in Ogunquit is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ogunquit?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ogunquit, Maine, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ogunquit?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Ogunquit?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ogunquit.

What is the UV index reading in January in Ogunquit?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ogunquit, Maine, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average temperature in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average pressure in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average wind speed in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average humidity in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average rainfall in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ogunquit, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average snowfall in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average snowfall days in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average sea temperature in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average sunshine days in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ogunquit, ME

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average cloud cover in January - Ogunquit, ME
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

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

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Average visibility in January
Ogunquit, ME

Average visibility in January - Ogunquit, 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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