January weather forecast
Elk City, ID

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Weather in January

January in Elk City, Idaho, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

With the start of January, Elk City measures an average high-temperature of an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C), not significantly differing from December's 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Elk City sees an average low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) during January.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months in Elk City.

Rainfall

In January, in Elk City, Idaho, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elk City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Elk City. In Elk City, during January, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow. In Elk City, during the entire year, snow falls for 112.5 days and aggregates up to 101.3" (2573mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk City, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Elk City, the average sunshine in January is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Elk City?

In Elk City, in January, the average high-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Elk City?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Elk City.

What is the average humidity in January in Elk City?

The average relative humidity in January in Elk City is 91%.

How much does it rain in Elk City in January?

In Elk City, Idaho, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elk City in January?

In Elk City, Idaho, in January, during 18.8 snowfall days, 16.5" (419mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 10min.

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

On the first day of January in Elk City, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elk City?

The average sunshine duration in January in Elk City, Idaho, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in January in Elk City?

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

Average temperature in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Elk City, ID

Average pressure in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elk City, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Elk City, ID

Average humidity in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in January
Elk City, ID

Average rainfall in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Elk City, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elk City, ID

Average snowfall in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 16.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (20.35").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elk City, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk City, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elk City, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6 days).

Average UV index in January
Elk City, ID

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Elk City, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Elk City, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Elk City, ID

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

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

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