January weather forecast
Big Springs, ID

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Big Springs, Idaho, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 6.1°F (-14.4°C) and an average high of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

The dawn of January sees an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C), subtly contrasting with December's 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Throughout the month of January, Big Springs reports a steady low-temperature average of 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 94%.

Rainfall

In Big Springs, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Big Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months with snowfall. In Big Springs, Idaho, during January, snow falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow. In Big Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 159.3 days and aggregates up to 120.47" (3060mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and the low-temperature is 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Big Springs?

In Big Springs, Idaho, the average relative humidity in January is 94%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Big Springs, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Big Springs, during January, snow falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Springs have in January?

In Big Springs, the average day length in January is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Big Springs, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Big Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Big Springs, ID

Average temperature in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (4.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Big Springs, ID

Average pressure in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.24"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Big Springs, ID

Average wind speed in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Big Springs, ID

Average humidity in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in January
Big Springs, ID

Average rainfall in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Big Springs, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Big Springs, ID

Average snowfall in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 17.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17.83").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Big Springs, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Springs, ID

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Springs, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Big Springs, ID

Average UV index in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Big Springs, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Big Springs, ID

Average visibility in January - Big Springs, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).

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