January weather forecastMountain City, NV
January
Weather in January
In Mountain City, Nevada, the year begins with January being consistently cold. The combination of high pressure and low temperatures creates an environment conducive to snowfall, with up to 12.52" (318mm) of snow blanketing the city on many days. The relative humidity, at an average of 84%, and foggy conditions frequently reduce visibility. A highlight is the longer daylight hours compared to December. Towards the end of January, a subtle shift in the weather pattern begins to take place, hinting at the transition towards the warmer, drier months of spring.Temperature
The ushering in of January in Mountain City brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C), closely mirroring the 28.4°F (-2°C) of December. Mountain City encounters an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during January nights.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Mountain City, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mountain City, there are 92.8 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Mountain City, Nevada, in January, during 15.9 snowfall days, 12.52" (318mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mountain City, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.1 days and aggregates up to 71.42" (1814mm) of snow.Daylight
In Mountain City, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.On the first day of January in Mountain City, Nevada, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:57 pm PST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Mountain City, Nevada, are January and February, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average high temperature in January: 30.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 14.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average pressure in January: 30.26"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average humidity in January: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).
Average rainfall in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average rainfall in January: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").
Average rainfall days in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average snowfall in January: 12.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (14.69").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average snowfall days in January: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Mountain City, NV
- 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 November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average cloud cover in January: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in January
Mountain City, NV
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
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, February and December (5mi).
