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

What can you expect from the weather in Old Orchard Beach during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Old Orchard Beach generally has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -9°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Old Orchard Beach in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of snow/rain 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 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 in January and which places have the best weather 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 Old Orchard Beach in January?

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 in January.

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

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