January weather forecast
West Lake Sammamish, WA

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Weather in January

January is a chilly winter month in West Lake Sammamish, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

West Lake Sammamish, Washington, experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in January, closely aligned with December's 42.3°F (5.7°C). West Lake Sammamish in January experiences a low-temperature average of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Lake Sammamish, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.7 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in West Lake Sammamish. In West Lake Sammamish, in January, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.3 snowfall days, and 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 58min.
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.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in West Lake Sammamish, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In West Lake Sammamish, Washington, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In West Lake Sammamish, in January, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Lake Sammamish have in January?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, 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.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 temperature in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average temperature in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.6°F).

Average pressure in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average pressure in January - West Lake Sammamish, 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
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average wind speed in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average humidity in January - West Lake Sammamish, 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
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average rainfall in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average rainfall days in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average snowfall in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average snowfall days in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 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 and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Lake Sammamish, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average sunshine days in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.5 days).

Average UV index in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average UV index in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average cloud cover in January - West Lake Sammamish, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
West Lake Sammamish, WA

Average visibility in January - West Lake Sammamish, 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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