January weather forecast
South Prairie, WA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in South Prairie, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

January ushers in an average high-temperature of a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C), aligning closely with the preceding month. January nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are January and December, with an average 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.3 days and aggregates up to 15.47" (393mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Prairie, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 1min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

In South Prairie, the average sunshine in January is 4.1h.

UV index

In South Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in South Prairie, is 42.1°F (5.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in South Prairie?

In January, the average relative humidity in South Prairie is 87%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are January and December, with an average 6.1" (155mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in January?

In South Prairie, during January, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:08 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Prairie have in January?

In South Prairie, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
South Prairie, WA

Average temperature in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.8°F).

Average pressure in January
South Prairie, WA

Average pressure in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Prairie, WA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in January
South Prairie, WA

Average humidity in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in January
South Prairie, WA

Average rainfall in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 6.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
South Prairie, WA

Average rainfall days in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Prairie, WA

Average snowfall in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Prairie, WA

Average snowfall days in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Prairie, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Prairie, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Prairie, WA

Average sunshine days in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
South Prairie, WA

Average UV index in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
South Prairie, WA

Average cloud cover in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
South Prairie, WA

Average visibility in January - South Prairie, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).

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