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Old Orchard Beach weather in January (Maine, United States of America)

Can you expect sunny skies in Old Orchard Beach in January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

January in Old Orchard Beach generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 1°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -9°C. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Old Orchard Beach in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Climate data suggests that about 11 days will experience snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 162 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Old Orchard Beach. September generally stands 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 Old Orchard Beach climate page with graphs.

 

Old Orchard Beach, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 5°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
Data from: Portland, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

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

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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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 5°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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