January weather forecast
Cobalt, ID

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Cobalt, Idaho, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.5°F (-12.5°C) and an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

January's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C), slightly varied from December's 25.2°F (-3.8°C). In Cobalt, January's nights observe an average temperature dip to a frigid cold 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Cobalt is 88%.

Rainfall

In Cobalt, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cobalt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Cobalt, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.5 snowfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Cobalt?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Cobalt, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Cobalt?

The average relative humidity in January in Cobalt, Idaho, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January in Cobalt?

In Cobalt, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cobalt in January?

In Cobalt, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cobalt have in January?

In Cobalt, Idaho, the average day length in January is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cobalt?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cobalt, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cobalt?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Cobalt.

How long on average sun shines in January in Cobalt?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Cobalt is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cobalt?

January, February and 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 Cobalt?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cobalt, ID

Average temperature in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (9.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Cobalt, ID

Average pressure in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cobalt, ID

Average wind speed in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Cobalt, ID

Average humidity in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Cobalt, ID

Average rainfall in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Cobalt, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cobalt, ID

Average snowfall in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cobalt, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cobalt, ID

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cobalt, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Cobalt, ID

Average UV index in January - Cobalt, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Cobalt, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Cobalt, ID

Average visibility in January - Cobalt, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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