January weather forecastMinidoka, ID
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Minidoka, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).Temperature
Minidoka records a slight change with January's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) from December's 32.5°F (0.3°C). In the month of January, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Minidoka, there are 105.2 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Minidoka, Idaho, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow. In Minidoka, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 24.57" (624mm) of snow.Daylight
In Minidoka, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
In Minidoka, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Minidoka, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (30%).
Average rainfall in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average rainfall in January: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").
Average rainfall days in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average snowfall in January: 6.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 42min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12 days).
Average UV index in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average cloud cover in January: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in January
Minidoka, ID
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).





