January weather forecast
West Wendover, NV

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A dramatic landscape engulfing the scenic West Wendover town in Nevada, with a clear far view of the iconic Bonneville Salt Flats
A dramatic landscape engulfing the scenic West Wendover town in Nevada, with a clear far view of the iconic Bonneville Salt Flats

Weather in January

West Wendover experiences January as the coldest month, with the temperature dropping to a freezing 21.7°F (-5.7°C), and only moderately warming up to 34.7°F (1.5°C). Snowfall in this month is frequent, blanketing the city with about 2.64" (67mm) of snow over an average of 7.2 days. The conditions in this month see more overcast skies, leading to shorter daylight hours. Compared to February, there is less sunshine and daylight hours. The chilly January winds also set the stage for February's weather, which carries a similar temperature range.

Temperature

The shift from December to January is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still icy 34.7°F (1.5°C), not significantly different from the 34.5°F (1.4°C) of December. West Wendover experiences a mean temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) during January nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In West Wendover, in January, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In West Wendover, in January, during 7.2 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West Wendover, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Wendover, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 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 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In West Wendover, in January, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Wendover have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST.

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 long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.4h.

What are the months with 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
West Wendover, NV

Average temperature in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
West Wendover, NV

Average pressure in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.28"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Wendover, NV

Average wind speed in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
West Wendover, NV

Average humidity in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (23%).

Average rainfall in January
West Wendover, NV

Average rainfall in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
West Wendover, NV

Average rainfall days in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Wendover, NV

Average snowfall in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Wendover, NV

Average snowfall days in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Wendover, NV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Wendover, NV

Average sunshine days in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in January
West Wendover, NV

Average UV index in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
West Wendover, NV

Average cloud cover in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
West Wendover, NV

Average visibility in January - West Wendover, NV
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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