January weather forecast
Rigby, ID

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Weather in January

It's the start of the year in Rigby, Idaho, and winter weather is in full swing. Frozen landscapes dominate the scenery compared to the mild temperatures and sunshine of the coming months. In January, Rigby experiences an average high temperature of only 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C), making it the coldest month of the year. The skies are often clouded over, and snowfall is frequent, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. Keep an eye out for precipitation, as it varies between snow and rainfall depending on the daily temperatures.

Temperature

With the start of January, Rigby measures an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C), not significantly differing from December's 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average low-temperature in Rigby during January nights is a frigid cold 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rigby, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Rigby is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Rigby, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Rigby, Idaho, during January, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rigby have in January?

In Rigby, the average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rigby, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rigby?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rigby have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rigby, ID

Average temperature in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Rigby, ID

Average pressure in January - Rigby, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rigby, ID

Average wind speed in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Rigby, ID

Average humidity in January - Rigby, 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 (37%).

Average rainfall in January
Rigby, ID

Average rainfall in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Rigby, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rigby, ID

Average snowfall in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rigby, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rigby, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Rigby, ID

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

Average cloud cover in January
Rigby, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Rigby, ID

Average visibility in January - Rigby, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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