January weather forecastRochester, WA
January
Weather in January
January is a frosty winter month in Rochester, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).Temperature
Rochester's average high-temperature in January sits at a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C), showing little difference from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is observed during January nights.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity in Rochester is 89%.Rainfall
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Rochester, in January, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.9 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 3min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:13 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Rochester, the average sunshine in January is 3.6h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in January
Rochester, WA
- Average high temperature in January: 44.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Rochester, WA
- Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.02"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Rochester, WA
- Average wind speed in January: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and November (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Rochester, WA
- Average humidity in January: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Rochester, WA
- Average rainfall in January: 3.86"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").
Average rainfall days in January
Rochester, WA
- Average rainfall days in January: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Rochester, WA
- Average snowfall in January: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Rochester, WA
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rochester, WA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Rochester, WA
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (9.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Rochester, WA
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Rochester, WA
- Average cloud cover in January: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in January
Rochester, WA
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The month with the highest visibility is July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).





