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Lewiston weather in January (Maine, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Lewiston during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Lewiston typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around -1°C, while nights can cool down to about -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Lewiston in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of snow are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lewiston. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lewiston climate page with graphs.

 

Lewiston, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: Portland, the United States of America (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Lewiston in January?

Visitors traveling to Lewiston should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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