Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
The transition into January notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in December. Elk's nighttime temperature in January drops to an average of 4.3°F (-15.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 92%.Rainfall
In Elk, in January, during 3.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elk, Wyoming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.6 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through July, September through December are months with snowfall. In Elk, in January, snow falls for 21.8 days, with typically accumulated 25.79" (655mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 snowfall days, and 167.36" (4251mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Elk, the average sunshine in January is 4.1h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Elk, WY
- Average high temperature in January: 23.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 4.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (3.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Elk, WY
- Average pressure in January: 30.26"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Elk, WY
- Average wind speed in January: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Elk, WY
- Average humidity in January: 92%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).
Average rainfall in January
Elk, WY
- Average rainfall in January: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1.02").
Average rainfall days in January
Elk, WY
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Elk, WY
- Average snowfall in January: 25.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (29.65").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Elk, WY
- Average snowfall days in January: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elk, WY
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Elk, WY
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Elk, WY
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Elk, WY
- Average cloud cover in January: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in January
Elk, WY
- Average visibility in January: 3mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (3mi).
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