January weather forecast
Mackay, ID

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Mackay, Idaho, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10°F (-12.2°C) and an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Mackay ushers in January with an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. An average temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C) is recorded in Mackay during the nights in January.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Mackay, Idaho, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Mackay, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mackay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.2 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Mackay, during January, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.2 snowfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mackay, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, in Mackay, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Mackay, Idaho.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Mackay is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. 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. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mackay in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.6°F (-3°C) and 10°F (-12.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Mackay?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in Mackay?

The average relative humidity in January in Mackay, Idaho, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in Mackay?

In January, in Mackay, Idaho, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mackay in January?

In Mackay, in January, snow falls for 14.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Mackay?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Mackay?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mackay, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mackay?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Mackay?

The average sunshine duration in January in Mackay is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Mackay?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Mackay is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mackay, ID

Average temperature in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in January
Mackay, ID

Average pressure in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.29"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Mackay, ID

Average wind speed in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Mackay, ID

Average humidity in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (32%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mackay, ID

Average rainfall in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Mackay, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Mackay, ID

Average snowfall in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Mackay, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mackay, ID

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mackay, ID
  • 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Mackay, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mackay, ID

Average UV index in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Mackay, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in January
Mackay, ID

Average visibility in January - Mackay, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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 and February (4mi).

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