January weather forecast
Kirkland, WA

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Weather in January

Settling into the New Year, weather in Kirkland takes a somewhat chilly turn with the lowest recorded temperature dropping to 35.8°F (2.1°C). This is relatively low in comparison to the remaining months. The period witnesses high humidity, still abundant rainfall and moments of lower visibility. Winters in Kirkland stay mild, rendering January as not the harshest month of the year. The season, however, does see a few days of snowfall, indicating the arrival of an authentic Washington winter.

Temperature

The commencement of January in Kirkland introduces an average high-temperature of a still chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Kirkland encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the January nights, with a low-temperature average of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Kirkland, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Kirkland, in January, during 17.6 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirkland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 28.58" (726mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kirkland, Washington, are January through April, November and December. In Kirkland, in January, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Kirkland, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.2 days and aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kirkland, Washington, is 8h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, in Kirkland, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kirkland.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kirkland in January?

Kirkland in January has an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Kirkland?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Kirkland.

What is the average humidity in January in Kirkland?

In January, the average relative humidity in Kirkland is 85%.

How much does it rain in Kirkland in January?

In January, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout January, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kirkland in January?

In Kirkland, Washington, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kirkland have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kirkland?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kirkland, Washington, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kirkland?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kirkland.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirkland have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kirkland?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Kirkland?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kirkland 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
Kirkland, WA

Average temperature in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Kirkland, WA

Average pressure in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Kirkland, WA

Average wind speed in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Kirkland, WA

Average humidity in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kirkland, WA

Average rainfall in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Kirkland, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Kirkland, WA

Average snowfall in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Kirkland, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kirkland, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kirkland, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kirkland, WA

Average UV index in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
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
Kirkland, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in January
Kirkland, WA

Average visibility in January - Kirkland, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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