January weather forecast
Ruth, NV

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Weather in January

January is the beginning of the year in Ruth, Nevada, and it greets residents with a chilly start. The city is covered in a blanket of snow 6.6 days in the month, with total snowfall recording 3.27" (83mm) in this period. As the coldest month of the year, residents don warm clothing to bear the frigid temperatures. Compared to February, January is colder and witnesses slightly more snowfall, setting the tone for the forthcoming winter that stays until March.

Temperature

January's weather in Ruth records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C), showing little deviation from December. During the month of January, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Ruth is January, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Ruth, in January, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ruth, Nevada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 62 days and collects up to 8.11" (206mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Ruth, during January, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow. In Ruth, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.3 days and aggregates up to 27.32" (694mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

In Ruth, in January, the average high-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Ruth, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Ruth, in January, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ruth have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ruth, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruth have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ruth is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ruth, NV

Average temperature in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Ruth, NV

Average pressure in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.24"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ruth, NV

Average wind speed in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Ruth, NV

Average humidity in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).

Average rainfall in January
Ruth, NV

Average rainfall in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and April (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Ruth, NV

Average rainfall days in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ruth, NV

Average snowfall in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ruth, NV

Average snowfall days in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ruth, NV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ruth, NV

Average sunshine days in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (19.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Ruth, NV

Average UV index in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Ruth, NV

Average cloud cover in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Ruth, NV

Average visibility in January - Ruth, NV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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