January weather forecast
Lifton, ID

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Lifton, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

Temperature

January brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C), showing a slight difference from December's 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a frigid cold 8.4°F (-13.1°C) during January.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Lifton, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.7 days and collects up to 16.69" (424mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lifton are January through June, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 19.3 days. Throughout January, 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lifton, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.6 days and aggregates up to 63.58" (1615mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Lifton?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Lifton, is 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Lifton?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January in Lifton?

In Lifton, Idaho, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lifton?

In Lifton, Idaho, during January, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Lifton?

In Lifton, Idaho, in January, during 19.3 snowfall days, 10.91" (277mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Lifton?

The average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lifton?

On the first day of January in Lifton, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lifton?

The month with the least sunshine in Lifton, Idaho, is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lifton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Lifton is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lifton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lifton, Idaho, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Lifton?

In Lifton, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lifton, ID

Average temperature in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Lifton, ID

Average pressure in January - Lifton, 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
Lifton, ID

Average wind speed in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Lifton, ID

Average humidity in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in January
Lifton, ID

Average rainfall in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Lifton, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lifton, ID

Average snowfall in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (12.17").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lifton, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lifton, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Lifton, ID

Average UV index in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Lifton, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Lifton, ID

Average visibility in January - Lifton, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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