January weather forecast
Moorcroft, WY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Moorcroft, Wyoming, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and min 17.6°F (-8°C).

Temperature

January's presence records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C), closely mirroring December's climate. Moorcroft's nights in January experience an average temperature drop to a still freezing cold 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Moorcroft, in January, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Moorcroft, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 19.53" (496mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Moorcroft, Wyoming, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Moorcroft, the average sunshine in January is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Moorcroft, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the most humid month in Moorcroft?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Moorcroft, in January, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Moorcroft, during January, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Moorcroft have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average temperature in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average pressure in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average wind speed in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average humidity in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average rainfall in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average snowfall in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Moorcroft, WY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average UV index in January - Moorcroft, 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, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Moorcroft, 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 16).

Average visibility in January
Moorcroft, WY

Average visibility in January - Moorcroft, 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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