January weather forecast
American Fork, UT

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Weather in January

January in American Fork, Utah, ushers in the New Year with a chill, typically exhibiting the coldest temperatures of the season. A thick blanket of snow usually continues to wrap the city, with a snowfall accumulation of 11.06" (281mm). The daylight is considerably shorter, contributing to the overall bleak and frosty landscape that many associate with winter. High humidity coupled with low temperatures often results in the formation of frost. Despite the cold, January is known for its crisp and clear skies provided the atmospheric pressure remains high and stable.

Temperature

In American Fork, the coldest period comes during January and December, when the average high-temperature touches 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In American Fork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in American Fork are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 11.06" (281mm) of snow.

Daylight

In American Fork, Utah, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in American Fork is January, 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 rays for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Temperatures reach their minimum during January and December, recording an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in American Fork are 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In American Fork, Utah, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In American Fork, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 11.06" (281mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout January, 11.06" (281mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In American Fork, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
American Fork, UT

Average temperature in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
American Fork, UT

Average pressure in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.27"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
American Fork, UT

Average wind speed in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
American Fork, UT

Average humidity in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in January
American Fork, UT

Average rainfall in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
American Fork, UT

Average rainfall days in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
American Fork, UT

Average snowfall in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average snowfall in January: 11.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
American Fork, UT

Average snowfall days in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
American Fork, UT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
American Fork, UT

Average sunshine days in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
American Fork, UT

Average UV index in January - American Fork, UT
  • 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
American Fork, UT

Average cloud cover in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
American Fork, UT

Average visibility in January - American Fork, UT
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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