Sanford (ME) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Sanford experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to very cold weather.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Sanford is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 0°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -11°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Sanford has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1319 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Sanford experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 145 mm in June, the wettest month, and 87 mm in January, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Sanford can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sanford.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 77%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Sanford in the United States of America
During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 0°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 145 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 87 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 278 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
