January weather forecast
Rainier, OR

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Weather in January

January is a chilly winter month in Rainier, Oregon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

With the advent of January, Rainier's high-temperatures adjust to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Rainier encounters an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during January nights.

Humidity

January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Rainier is January, when snow falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Rainier is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm PST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in January?

In Rainier, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Rainier?

The average relative humidity in January in Rainier is 88%.

What is the wettest month?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Rainier, in January, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 3.9" (99mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Rainier, during January, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Rainier?

In Rainier, the average day length in January is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Rainier are January, February and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Rainier, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Rainier, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rainier, OR

Average temperature in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Rainier, OR

Average pressure in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rainier, OR

Average wind speed in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Rainier, OR

Average humidity in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Rainier, OR

Average rainfall in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Rainier, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rainier, OR

Average snowfall in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rainier, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rainier, OR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rainier, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Rainier, OR

Average UV index in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Rainier, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Rainier, OR

Average visibility in January - Rainier, OR
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is August (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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