January weather forecast
Redmond, WA

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Weather in January

January in Redmond, Washington, USA, brings a blanketing chill as the year's coldest month kicks off with lows dipping to 34.5°F (1.4°C). The mercury struggles to break past 44.2°F (6.8°C), even at the peak of the day. Bright sunny days are a rarity with the majority of the day often shrouded under cloud cover. While there might be fleeting moments of sunshine, frequent bouts of rainfall are experienced. A stark contrast to the frozen landscapes of other regions, snowfall is moderate with an average of 1.14" (29mm).

Temperature

The transition into January shows a subtle variation to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) from December's 42.1°F (5.6°C) in the average high-temperature. Redmond experiences a mean temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) during January nights.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Redmond, in January, during 17.9 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Redmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Redmond, the average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard 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 extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during January?

During January, Redmond experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Redmond, during January, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Redmond, in January, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Redmond?

In Redmond, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Redmond, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Redmond, WA

Average temperature in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34°F).

Average pressure in January
Redmond, WA

Average pressure in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Redmond, WA

Average wind speed in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Redmond, WA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Redmond, WA

Average rainfall in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Redmond, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Redmond, WA

Average snowfall in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Redmond, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Redmond, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Redmond, WA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Redmond, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Redmond, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Redmond, WA

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (5mi).

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