January weather forecast
Butte City, ID

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Butte City, Idaho, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10°F (-12.2°C) and an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in January, at a still subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C), reveals a modest deviation from December's 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Nighttime temperatures in Butte City consistently average a frigid cold 10°F (-12.2°C) during January.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Butte City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.2 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Butte City, in January, during 14.8 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.2 snowfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. 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: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

In Butte City, 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average high-temperature and 10°F (-12.2°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in Butte City?

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Butte City, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Butte City?

In January, it is snowing for 14.8 days. Throughout January, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Butte City have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Butte City?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Butte City have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Butte City, ID

Average temperature in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in January
Butte City, ID

Average pressure in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.29"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Butte City, ID

Average wind speed in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Butte City, ID

Average humidity in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (32%).

Average rainfall in January
Butte City, ID

Average rainfall in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Butte City, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Butte City, ID

Average snowfall in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Butte City, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Butte City, ID

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Butte City, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Butte City, ID

Average UV index in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Butte City, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Butte City, ID

Average visibility in January - Butte City, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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