January weather forecast
Salmon, ID

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Bright yellow trees along the shores of the iconic Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho
Bright yellow trees along the shores of the iconic Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho

Weather in January

Salmon, Idaho, rings in the new year in traditionally winter fashion, with sub-zero temperatures, snowy days, and decreased daylight hours. Outdoor enthusiasts can revel in the snowy landscapes and participate in winter sports. Notable climatic conditions present a rather frigid environment with temperatures fluctuating from 9.5°F (-12.5°C) to 27.3°F (-2.6°C). January sets the precedent for the weather story of Salmon over the year, with the cold gradually giving way to warmer temperatures. Cozy indoor activities and warm layers are musts for those bracing the January weather.

Temperature

The advent of January reveals an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. In Salmon, January's nights observe an average temperature dip to a frigid cold 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Salmon, Idaho, in January, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.5 snowfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, in Salmon, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Salmon, 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 9.5°F (-12.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Salmon, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Salmon, in January, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salmon have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Salmon have in January?

In Salmon, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Salmon, ID

Average temperature in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (9.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Salmon, ID

Average pressure in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Salmon, ID

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Salmon, ID

Average humidity in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Salmon, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Salmon, ID

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Salmon, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Salmon, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Salmon, ID

Average visibility in January - Salmon, 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, March and December (4mi).

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