January weather forecast
Laramie, WY

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A broken pulley in front of a farmhouse in a ranch in Laramie, Wyoming
A broken pulley in front of a farmhouse in a ranch in Laramie, Wyoming

Weather in January

January presents residents of Laramie, Wyoming, with icy temperatures and a landscape boasting a mantle of snow. The daily forecast includes chilling cold, brisk winds, and limited hours of daylight. The high temperature average reaches a mere 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the low-level drop down to 14.5°F (-9.7°C), making it the coldest month of the year. There is an opportunity for fresh snowfall throughout the month, enhancing the winter wonderland atmosphere. Lastly, though the clouds may shroud some sunlight, there's still plenty of charm to be found in Laramie's January weather.

Temperature

January ushers in an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C), aligning closely with the preceding month. Laramie throughout January, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Laramie, in January, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 77.7 snowfall days, and 44.8" (1138mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January in Laramie, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Laramie, the average high-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in January in Laramie?

In Laramie, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.9 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Laramie, in January, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Laramie, in January, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Laramie, the average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Laramie?

On the first day of January in Laramie, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Laramie have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What are the months 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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Laramie, WY

Average temperature in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Laramie, WY

Average pressure in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Laramie, WY

Average wind speed in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Laramie, WY

Average humidity in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Laramie, WY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Laramie, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Laramie, WY

Average snowfall in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Laramie, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Laramie, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Laramie, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Laramie, WY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Laramie, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Laramie, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Laramie, WY

Average visibility in January - Laramie, 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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