January weather forecast
Green River, WY

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Weather in January

The winter frost envelops Green River, Wyoming, in January, as temperatures plunge to their lowest at this time of the year. Transitioning from a colder December, January experiences a slight increase in average low temperature at 10.8°F (-11.8°C) while boasting an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C). It's a month characterized by a high percentage of cloud cover at 41%, accompanied by low visibility, making outdoor activities potentially challenging. As the days gradually extend, manifesting the transition towards spring, brisk winds paint a typical winter picture. Thus, January's weather in Green River, Wyoming is defined by its relatively frigid temperatures, low daylight hours, and increased cloud cover.

Temperature

The onset of January brings with it an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. An average nighttime temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C) is noted during the month of January.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Green River, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Green River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.5 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout January, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated. In Green River, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.5 days and aggregates up to 30.16" (766mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Green River are January and December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Green River?

In Green River, 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average high-temperature and 10.8°F (-11.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in Green River in January?

In Green River, during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout January, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Green River have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Green River is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Green River, WY

Average temperature in January - Green River, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Green River, WY

Average pressure in January - Green River, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.28"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Green River, WY

Average wind speed in January - Green River, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Green River, WY

Average humidity in January - Green River, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (31%).

Average rainfall in January
Green River, WY

Average rainfall in January - Green River, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Green River, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Green River, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Green River, WY

Average snowfall in January - Green River, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Green River, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Green River, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Green River, WY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Green River, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Green River, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Green River, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Green River, WY

Average UV index in January - Green River, WY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Green River, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Green River, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Green River, WY

Average visibility in January - Green River, WY
  • 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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