January weather forecast
Richland, WA

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Weather in January

January exhibits a drop in temperature from 38.8°F (3.8°C) to 28.8°F (-1.8°C), signifying the start of crisp winter days in Richland, Washington. Heavy cloud cover and high humidity are prevalent, creating a bluish-gray sky. Often, crisp mornings turn into cool afternoons, with the city potentially seeing as much as 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Expect plump snowflakes gently falling from the sky occasionally. The arrival of the New Year symbolizes the beginning of this cold and cloud-covered era.

Temperature

On the advent of January, Richland's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) from December's 38.1°F (3.4°C). Throughout January, Richland witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richland, there are 100.2 rainfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. In Richland, Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.4 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:59 pm PST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Richland, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Richland during January?

The high-temperature in Richland during January is 38.8°F (3.8°C) and the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Richland?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, January is the most humid month in Richland, Washington.

What is the average humidity in January in Richland?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Richland?

In January, in Richland, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Richland?

In January, in Richland, Washington, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Richland?

In Richland, Washington, the average day length in January is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Richland?

On the first day of January in Richland, Washington, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:59 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Richland?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Richland, Washington, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Richland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richland?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Richland?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Richland, Washington, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Richland, WA

Average temperature in January - Richland, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Richland, WA

Average pressure in January - Richland, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Richland, WA

Average wind speed in January - Richland, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Richland, WA

Average humidity in January - Richland, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (35%).

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Average rainfall in January
Richland, WA

Average rainfall in January - Richland, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in January
Richland, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Richland, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Richland, WA

Average snowfall in January - Richland, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Richland, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Richland, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Richland, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Richland, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Richland, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Richland, WA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
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
Richland, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Richland, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in January
Richland, WA

Average visibility in January - Richland, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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