January weather forecast
Wales, UT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wales, Utah, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Wales, Utah, experiences a transition to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of January, not greatly differing from December's 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In January, the temperature drops to an average of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) at night.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Wales, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.2 rainfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Wales, in January, during 10.2 snowfall days, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wales, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Wales, in January, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Wales, during January, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wales, in January, during 10.2 snowfall days, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wales?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wales, UT

Average temperature in January - Wales, UT
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Wales, UT

Average pressure in January - Wales, UT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wales, UT

Average wind speed in January - Wales, UT
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and June (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Wales, UT

Average humidity in January - Wales, UT
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in January
Wales, UT

Average rainfall in January - Wales, UT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Wales, UT

Average rainfall days in January - Wales, UT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wales, UT

Average snowfall in January - Wales, UT
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wales, UT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wales, UT

Average sunshine days in January - Wales, UT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Wales, UT

Average UV index in January - Wales, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Wales, UT

Average cloud cover in January - Wales, UT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Wales, UT

Average visibility in January - Wales, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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