January weather forecast
Austin, NV

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Weather in January

In Austin, Nevada, the year starts with quite a chilly month. January holds the distinction of having the lowest daylight hours at 9.8 h. This year's temperature range fluctuates to from 20.5°F (-6.4°C) to 36°F (2.2°C), marking a chilly start. Despite the low temp, it is not the month with the highest snowfall. Clear skies and quiet nights make for stunning, unobstructed views of the winter constellations.

Temperature

The advent of January signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still wintry 36°F (2.2°C), aligning closely with December. Throughout January, the nighttime temperature in Austin averages to a freezing cold 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In January, in Austin, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Austin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 58.1 days and collects up to 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.6 snowfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Austin is January, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Austin, records 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Austin in January?

In Austin, during January, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Austin, in January, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Austin have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Austin?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Austin is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Austin, NV

Average temperature in January - Austin, NV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Austin, NV

Average pressure in January - Austin, NV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Austin, NV

Average wind speed in January - Austin, NV
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Austin, NV

Average humidity in January - Austin, NV
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (25%).

Average rainfall in January
Austin, NV

Average rainfall in January - Austin, NV
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Austin, NV

Average rainfall days in January - Austin, NV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (9.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Austin, NV

Average snowfall in January - Austin, NV
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Austin, NV

Average snowfall days in January - Austin, NV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Austin, NV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Austin, NV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Austin, NV

Average sunshine days in January - Austin, NV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Austin, NV

Average UV index in January - Austin, NV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Austin, NV

Average cloud cover in January - Austin, NV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Austin, NV

Average visibility in January - Austin, NV
  • 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).

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