January weather forecast
Steptoe, WA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Steptoe, Washington, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

Steptoe's average high-temperature marks a still wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) with the advent of January, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. In the month of January, Steptoe records a consistent average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Steptoe, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Steptoe, 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 Steptoe, during January, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.6 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of January, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Steptoe, during January, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 5.12" (130mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Steptoe have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:50 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Steptoe have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Steptoe is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average pressure in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average wind speed in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average humidity in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average rainfall in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average snowfall in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average UV index in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Steptoe, 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
Steptoe, WA

Average visibility in January - Steptoe, 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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