January weather forecastSandpoint, ID
January
Weather in January
A fresh year in Sandpoint opens with frigid temperatures. Having descended from December highs, January remains frosty, with high humidity intensifying the chill. Short daylight hours further contribute to the overall cold atmosphere. Being one of the months receiving the maximum amount of snow, Sandpoint experiences vigorous snowfall during this time, peaking at 17.28" (439mm). Despite the chilly weather, an astounding charm is carried by the perfectly crafted snowflakes blanketing Sandpoint's landscapes.Temperature
January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. In the month of January, Sandpoint records a consistent average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month in Sandpoint, with an average relative humidity of 95%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Sandpoint is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.Daylight
In Sandpoint, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sandpoint is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 19.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average wind speed in January: 3.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).
Average humidity in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average humidity in January: 95%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).
Average rainfall in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average rainfall in January: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").
Average rainfall days in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average snowfall in January: 17.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (17.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Sandpoint, ID
- 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average cloud cover in January: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in January
Sandpoint, ID
- Average visibility in January: 3mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).
