January weather forecast
Ephrata, WA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Ephrata, Washington, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

Ephrata's shift into January is marked by a subtle change to a still wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) from December's 33.4°F (0.8°C) in temperature. Ephrata usually reports an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the month of January.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ephrata are January through April, September, November and December. In Ephrata, during January, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Ephrata, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.5 days and aggregates up to 11.38" (289mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ephrata, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ephrata, Washington. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ephrata in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ephrata, Washington, are 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Ephrata?

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Ephrata?

The average relative humidity in January in Ephrata, Washington, is 86%.

What is the rainiest month in Ephrata?

The month with the most rainfall in Ephrata is January, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ephrata in January?

In Ephrata, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ephrata in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Ephrata?

In January, the average day length in Ephrata is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ephrata?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ephrata?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Ephrata.

How many hours of sunshine does Ephrata have in January?

In Ephrata, Washington, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ephrata?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ephrata?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ephrata is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ephrata, WA

Average temperature in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Ephrata, WA

Average pressure in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ephrata, WA

Average wind speed in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Ephrata, WA

Average humidity in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (37%).

Average rainfall in January
Ephrata, WA

Average rainfall in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Ephrata, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ephrata, WA

Average snowfall in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ephrata, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ephrata, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Ephrata, WA

Average UV index in January - Ephrata, 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
Ephrata, WA

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

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

Average visibility in January
Ephrata, WA

Average visibility in January - Ephrata, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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