January weather forecast
Prescott, AZ

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Beautiful sunset above the calm Watson Lake in the Granite Dells of Prescott, Arizona
Beautiful sunset above the calm Watson Lake in the Granite Dells of Prescott, Arizona

Weather in January

As the starting month of a new year, January brings to Prescott, Arizona, a crisp winter atmosphere. Visibility charts a steady 6 miles, making daily commutes relatively unaffected by fog or haze. With cold temperatures that range from 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to 50.7°F (10.4°C), citizens prepare for a nippy climate. A subtle shift occurs in the state at the end of the winter month, paving the way for forthcoming spring warmth. Notably, this is the period with the lowest UV index, indicating shorter daylight hours.

Temperature

The onset of January in Prescott, Arizona, marks an average high-temperature of a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C), hardly differing from December's 49.1°F (9.5°C). An average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is recorded during the nights in January.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 57%.

Rainfall

In Prescott, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 76.9 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Prescott, in January, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.8 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prescott, Arizona, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of January, in Prescott, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Prescott is 6.8h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Prescott is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prescott in January?

Prescott in January has an average high-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Prescott?

In January, the average relative humidity in Prescott is 57%.

How many days does it rain in January in Prescott?

In January, in Prescott, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Prescott?

In Prescott, during January, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prescott have in January?

In January, the average day length in Prescott, Arizona, is 10h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Prescott?

On the first day of January in Prescott, Arizona, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prescott have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Prescott, Arizona, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Prescott?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Prescott is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Prescott, AZ

Average temperature in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average high temperature in January: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (30.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Prescott, AZ

Average pressure in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Prescott, AZ

Average wind speed in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average wind speed in January: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Prescott, AZ

Average humidity in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average humidity in January: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in January
Prescott, AZ

Average rainfall in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Prescott, AZ

Average rainfall days in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Prescott, AZ

Average snowfall in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Prescott, AZ

Average snowfall days in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Prescott, AZ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Prescott, AZ

Average sunshine days in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Prescott, AZ

Average UV index in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Prescott, AZ

Average cloud cover in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
Prescott, AZ

Average visibility in January - Prescott, AZ
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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