Here's a look at what we're expecting in our winter outlook. MONDAY NIGHT: Rain ending followed by clearing. Sun will dominate everyday through Christmas. National Weather Service Marine Forecast FZUS51 KGYX provided via the National Data Buoy Center (NDBC) website. S winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. River flooding will remain a problem through the day. S winds 10 to 15 kt, increasing to 15 to 20 kt in the afternoon. Tuesday will feature a welcome return to brighter skies and a good day for clean up. Skies will clear overnight and temperatures will stay above freezing. Many rivers are expected to crest tonight and Tuesday with some expected to reach top 10 all time crests (more on that coming up soon as well). That wind is diminishing tonight and the focus will be on flooding. I'll have a recap of peak gusts later here. As of late afternoon CMP is reporting 340,000 customers without power which is around the number we had during the Ice Storm of 1998. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.Today's storm brought strong winds gusting over 50 MPH to most of the area. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Some patchy freezing drizzle has fallen across the state this afternoon and has caused some very slick travel. Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. A FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY has been issued for Monday for inland and coastal communities. Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions: A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals. UV indexJanuary through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bar Harbor. SunshineIn January, the average sunshine in Bar Harbor is 4.5h. On the last day of January, in Bar Harbor, Maine, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST. On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. DaylightIn January, the average length of the day is 9h and 18min. Even short exposure to 55.4☏ is chilling, and going below 50☏ can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina. Note: Swimming in 41.7☏ poses a severe threat. Ocean temperatureIn Bar Harbor, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.7☏. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" of snow is accumulated. Throughout January, 5.31" of snow is accumulated. (Weather station: Bangor International Airport, USA). SnowfallMonths with snowfall in Bar Harbor are January through May, October through December. In Bar Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" of precipitation. Rainfall In Bar Harbor, Maine, during January, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" of precipitation. HumidityIn January, the average relative humidity in Bar Harbor, Maine, is 81%. TemperatureJanuary, recording an average high temperature of 29.7☏ and a low temperature of 18.5☏, is Bar Harbor's coldest month. It is crucial to pack and dress warmly when traveling during this time of year to combat the biting cold and chilling winds. Moreover, daylight hours are relatively short, restricting opportunities for outdoor activities. It is the ideal time for winter sports enthusiasts who wish to appreciate the aesthetic allure of the snow-draped city. Snowfall tends to be extraordinary, peaking at 5.31", a common sight during this month. Winter settles into Bar Harbor, Maine, creating a frosty tableau as January unfolds.
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