Weather in January in Maine
Planning a trip to Maine this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Maine in January?
Maine is a region in the United States of America. January in Maine generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -5°C in Jackman to 1°C in Kittery. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -8°C in Kittery and -16°C in Jackman. 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.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Maine, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Jackman with an average of 55 mm to high snowfall in Camden with 101 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Bar Harbor usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.For a more detailed look at Maine's conditions throughout the year, check out our Maine climate page.
Where to go in Maine in January





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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Maine's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Maine?
Bar Harbor
In January Bar Harbor generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Ogunquit
In January Ogunquit generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Old Orchard Beach
In January Old Orchard Beach generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Kennebunkport
In January Kennebunkport generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Wells
In January Wells generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Maine, in the United States of America.
Is January the best time to visit Maine?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bar Harbor, January may not be the ideal time to visit Maine.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Bar Harbor. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Maine.
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