January weather forecast
Chugwater, WY

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Weather in January

Transitioning from December, January continues to be a cold and wet month in Chugwater, Wyoming but residents may notice slightly milder conditions. More than the chill, it’s the whimsical snowfall that’s a distinctive feature of January, making it look like a charming winter wonderland. Early mornings can be biting cold and are generally enveloped by relative humidity of 64%. Heavy clothes and heated indoors become a predominant lifestyle. Notably, this month records the lowest average temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and highest snowfall with 1.93" (49mm).

Temperature

On the advent of January, Chugwater's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still icy 36.7°F (2.6°C) from December's 35.1°F (1.7°C). An average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is noted during the nights in January.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Chugwater is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Chugwater, during January, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Chugwater, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.2 days and aggregates up to 26.3" (668mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Chugwater 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Chugwater, 36.7°F (2.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Chugwater?

In Chugwater, the average relative humidity in January is 64%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Chugwater, in January, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chugwater have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Chugwater, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Chugwater, WY

Average temperature in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Chugwater, WY

Average pressure in January - Chugwater, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Chugwater, WY

Average wind speed in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 15mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Chugwater, WY

Average humidity in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in January
Chugwater, WY

Average rainfall in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Chugwater, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chugwater, WY

Average snowfall in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chugwater, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chugwater, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Chugwater, WY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Chugwater, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Chugwater, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Chugwater, WY

Average visibility in January - Chugwater, 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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