January weather forecast
Colfax, WA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Colfax, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) marks January, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in December. In the month of January, Colfax's average low-temperature falls to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colfax, in January, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colfax, Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.2 days and collects up to 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Colfax. In Colfax, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 5.12" (130mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Colfax, Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.6 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Colfax is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Colfax, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:50 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.6h 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Colfax?

The high-temperature, in January, in Colfax, records 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Colfax?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Colfax?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Colfax?

In Colfax, Washington, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Colfax in January?

In Colfax, Washington, in January, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in January?

In Colfax, Washington, the average day length in January is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Colfax?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colfax, Washington, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:50 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Colfax?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in January?

In Colfax, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Colfax?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Colfax?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Colfax 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Colfax, WA

Average temperature in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Colfax, WA

Average pressure in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Colfax, WA

Average wind speed in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Colfax, WA

Average humidity in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).

Average rainfall in January
Colfax, WA

Average rainfall in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Colfax, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Colfax, WA

Average snowfall in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Colfax, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Colfax, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Colfax, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Colfax, WA

Average UV index in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Colfax, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Colfax, WA

Average visibility in January - Colfax, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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 (5mi).

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