January weather forecast
Provo, UT

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A clear paved path leads up to the City Centre Temple in the town of Provo, Utah
A clear paved path leads up to the City Centre Temple in the town of Provo, Utah

Weather in January

January in Provo, Utah, experiences cold weather with an average high temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C). Completing the winter picture, snowfall adorns the city, measured at 8.27" (210mm) with 11.8 snowfall days. As one month rolls into the next, a considerable increase in daylight hours and temperature will be noteworthy. This first month of the year sets the tone for winter in Provo, with heavy snowfall transforming the landscape into a winter wonderland.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Provo, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Provo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.8 days and collects up to 12.48" (317mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 8.27" (210mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Provo is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

Provo in January has an average high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Provo, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Provo, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 8.27" (210mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Provo, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Provo is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Provo have in January?

In Provo, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Provo is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Provo, UT

Average temperature in January - Provo, UT
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Provo, UT

Average pressure in January - Provo, UT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.27"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Provo, UT

Average wind speed in January - Provo, UT
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Provo, UT

Average humidity in January - Provo, UT
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Provo, UT

Average rainfall in January - Provo, UT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Provo, UT

Average rainfall days in January - Provo, UT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Provo, UT

Average snowfall in January - Provo, UT
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.27"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Provo, UT

Average snowfall days in January - Provo, UT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Provo, UT
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Provo, UT

Average sunshine days in January - Provo, UT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Provo, UT

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Provo, UT

Average cloud cover in January - Provo, UT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Provo, UT

Average visibility in January - Provo, UT
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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