January weather forecast
Medford, OR

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The calm city of Medford in Oregon, with a view of the clear roads and the colorful trees with the fall foliage beauty
The calm city of Medford in Oregon, with a view of the clear roads and the colorful trees with the fall foliage beauty

Weather in January

January is typically the coldest month in Medford, Oregon, with average low temperatures plummeting to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The weather transitions from the cold of late December into the frosty climes of the January winter season. The winds are quite tolerable, relatively mild, and do not pose any significant difficulties. At the start of the year, snowfall is not uncommon, converting the city into a snowy winter wonderland. The month is also characterized by its high humidity and reduced daylight hours.

Temperature

Medford's shift into January is marked by a subtle change to a still frosty 46.4°F (8°C) from December's 44.4°F (6.9°C) in temperature. Throughout the month of January, Medford witnesses an average temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Medford.

Rainfall

In January, in Medford, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.2 rainfall days, and 19.17" (487mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Medford, Oregon, are January through April, November and December. In Medford, during January, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Medford, Oregon, there are 14.2 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Medford, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, in Medford, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Medford, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Medford?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 46.4°F (8°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Medford?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Medford, Oregon.

What is the average humidity in January in Medford?

In Medford, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Medford?

In Medford, Oregon, in January, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Medford in January?

In Medford, during January, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Medford?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Medford, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Medford?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Medford?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Medford?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Medford is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Medford, OR

Average temperature in January - Medford, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Medford, OR

Average pressure in January - Medford, OR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Medford, OR

Average wind speed in January - Medford, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Medford, OR

Average humidity in January - Medford, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

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Average rainfall in January
Medford, OR

Average rainfall in January - Medford, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in January
Medford, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Medford, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Medford, OR

Average snowfall in January - Medford, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Medford, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Medford, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Medford, OR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Medford, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Medford, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Medford, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Medford, OR

Average UV index in January - Medford, OR
  • 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Medford, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Medford, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in January
Medford, OR

Average visibility in January - Medford, OR
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (5mi).

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