January weather forecast
Palouse, WA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Palouse, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

Entering January, Palouse's average high-temperature reads a still cold 35.8°F (2.1°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. During January, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Palouse, during January, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow. In Palouse, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 37.44" (951mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Palouse, Washington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of January, in Palouse, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:49 pm PST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

In Palouse, in January, the average high-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

What is the wettest month?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Palouse?

In Palouse, in January, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Palouse?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:49 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Palouse, WA

Average temperature in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Palouse, WA

Average pressure in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.2"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Palouse, WA

Average wind speed in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Palouse, WA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in January
Palouse, WA

Average rainfall in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Palouse, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Palouse, WA

Average snowfall in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Palouse, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Palouse, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Palouse, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Palouse, WA

Average UV index in January - Palouse, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Palouse, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Palouse, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Palouse, WA

Average visibility in January - Palouse, 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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