Portland weather in January (Maine, United States of America)
Is Portland a good destination in January, weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
In January, Portland usually has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is part of winter. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 0°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -9°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.
Precipitation
Portland in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Typically around 11 days days of snow/rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 162 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Portland. 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 Portland climate page with graphs.
Portland, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-9°C
Max Temperature
0°C
Water Temperature
5°C
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
87 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
67%
Sunshine
162 hours
Percentage Sunshine
57%
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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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.
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