January weather forecast
Escalante, UT

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A stunning natural rock formation of the Golden Cathedral Neon Canyon in the Escalante National Park, Utah,
A stunning natural rock formation of the Golden Cathedral Neon Canyon in the Escalante National Park, Utah,

Weather in January

January in Escalante, Utah, presents itself with chilly weather, as winter is in full swing. The month experiences an average high temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C). Residents often wake up to frosty mornings, casting an icy edge over the city. Though the city experiences 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall, it also ushers in the new year with an impressive total of 9.13" (232mm) of snowfall. With limited daylight hours, the city cloaks itself in wintry darkness early, creating postcard-perfect evenings beneath the glittering starlight.

Temperature

The months of January and December are noted for their lowest temperatures, with an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Escalante, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.1 rainfall days, and 19.17" (487mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Escalante, in January, during 10.2 snowfall days, 9.13" (232mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Escalante, Utah, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 66.46" (1688mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Escalante?

Escalante's average lowest temperatures are recorded in January and December, reaching a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

How cold is January in Escalante?

The high-temperature, in January, in Escalante, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.8°F (-10.1°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 much does it rain in January?

In Escalante, during January, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Escalante have in January?

In Escalante, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Escalante, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Escalante, UT

Average temperature in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Escalante, UT

Average pressure in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Escalante, UT

Average wind speed in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Escalante, UT

Average humidity in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

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

Average rainfall in January
Escalante, UT

Average rainfall in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Escalante, UT

Average rainfall days in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Escalante, UT

Average snowfall in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Escalante, UT

Average snowfall days in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Escalante, UT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Escalante, UT

Average sunshine days in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Escalante, UT

Average UV index in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Escalante, UT

Average cloud cover in January - Escalante, UT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Escalante, UT

Average visibility in January - Escalante, UT
  • 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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