January weather forecast
Elk River, ID

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Elk River, Idaho, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of January, Elk River's average high-temperature registers at a still cold 34.3°F (1.3°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Elk River, in January, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Elk River, in January, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.8 snowfall days, and 12.2" (310mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elk River, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elk River are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In Elk River, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the wettest month?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Elk River, in January, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Elk River?

In January, in Elk River, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk River have in January?

In Elk River, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk River, Idaho, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elk River, ID

Average temperature in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Elk River, ID

Average pressure in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.2"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elk River, ID

Average wind speed in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Elk River, ID

Average humidity in January - Elk River, 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 (48%).

Average rainfall in January
Elk River, ID

Average rainfall in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Elk River, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elk River, ID

Average snowfall in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elk River, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elk River, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Elk River, ID

Average UV index in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Elk River, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Elk River, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

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

Average visibility in January
Elk River, ID

Average visibility in January - Elk River, 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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