January weather forecast
South Salt Lake, UT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Salt Lake, Utah, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to a low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In South Salt Lake, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 14.25" (362mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and lows at 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In South Salt Lake, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 14.25" (362mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In South Salt Lake, in January, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 14.25" (362mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In South Salt Lake, the average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in South Salt Lake, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in South Salt Lake is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In South Salt Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average temperature in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average pressure in January - South Salt Lake, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average wind speed in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average humidity in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average rainfall in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average rainfall days in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average snowfall in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average snowfall in January: 14.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average snowfall days in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Salt Lake, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average sunshine days in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average UV index in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average cloud cover in January - South Salt Lake, UT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
South Salt Lake, UT

Average visibility in January - South Salt Lake, 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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