January weather forecast
Cheyenne, WY

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A sunny day in front of the State Capitol building in Cheyenne, Wyoming
A sunny day in front of the State Capitol building in Cheyenne, Wyoming

Weather in January

As the year commences, Cheyenne, Wyoming experiences rather cold conditions. Still reeling from the winter chill of December, contrary to transition expectations, weather patterns do not fluctuate substantially. The most minimal temperatures of the year, dipping from 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to 36.9°F (2.7°C), still prevail. January ushers in the New Year with chilly air, frosty windows, and limited outdoor activities. Days are shorter, daylight noticeably scant, compelling residents to retreat indoors and bask in the warmth of their homes.

Temperature

Cheyenne's weather in January indicates an average high-temperature of a still icy 36.9°F (2.7°C), nearly consistent with the 34.7°F (1.5°C) of December. The nights of January in Cheyenne anticipate an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62 snowfall days, and 30.51" (775mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Cheyenne is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Cheyenne, the average sunshine in January is 6.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

Cheyenne in January has an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 61%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cheyenne, during January, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cheyenne, during January, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cheyenne have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cheyenne have in January?

In Cheyenne, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.

What are the months with 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 intensity in January?

In Cheyenne, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average temperature in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average pressure in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average wind speed in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average humidity in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average rainfall in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average snowfall in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average UV index in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
Cheyenne, WY

Average visibility in January - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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