January weather forecast
Cottonwood, ID

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Cottonwood, Idaho, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The unfolding of January shows an average high-temperature of a still cold 34.9°F (1.6°C), indicating a slight variance from December's 32.5°F (0.3°C). Cottonwood witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) throughout the month of January.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood, during January, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Cottonwood, in January, during 19.2 snowfall days, 19.53" (496mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.2 snowfall days, and 105.79" (2687mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

In Cottonwood, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Cottonwood?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cottonwood, in January, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, during January, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.53" (496mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average temperature in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average pressure in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cottonwood, ID

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and November (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average humidity in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

Average rainfall in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 19.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.11").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average UV index in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Cottonwood, ID

Average visibility in January - Cottonwood, 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 and December (4mi).

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