January weather forecast
Ponderay, ID

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ponderay, Idaho, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in January, hardly different from the 28.9°F (-1.7°C) recorded in December. Throughout the January nights, Ponderay encounters a low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Ponderay is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ponderay is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Ponderay, the average relative humidity in January is 95%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Ponderay is January, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Ponderay, in January, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Ponderay, the average day length in January is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ponderay?

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

Average temperature in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Ponderay, ID

Average pressure in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ponderay, ID

Average wind speed in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Ponderay, ID

Average humidity in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 95%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in January
Ponderay, ID

Average rainfall in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Ponderay, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ponderay, ID

Average snowfall in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 17.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (17.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ponderay, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ponderay, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Ponderay, ID

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

Average cloud cover in January
Ponderay, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Ponderay, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Ponderay, ID

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

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

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