January weather forecast
West Salem, WI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in West Salem, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in West Salem, Wisconsin. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Salem. In West Salem, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58 snowfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Salem, Wisconsin. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in West Salem?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and as low as 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

How cold is it in West Salem in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the most humid month in West Salem?

The most humid month in West Salem is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in West Salem?

The average relative humidity in January in West Salem is 90%.

What is the driest month in West Salem?

January is the month with the least rainfall in West Salem, Wisconsin. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in West Salem?

In West Salem, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Salem in January?

In West Salem, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Salem have in January?

In West Salem, the average day length in January is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in West Salem?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Salem, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Salem?

January has the least sunshine of the year in West Salem, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Salem have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in West Salem, Wisconsin, is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Salem?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Salem, Wisconsin.

How high is the UV index in January in West Salem?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in West Salem, Wisconsin, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
West Salem, WI

Average temperature in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Salem, WI

Average pressure in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
West Salem, WI

Average wind speed in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Salem, WI

Average humidity in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Salem, WI

Average rainfall in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Salem, WI

Average rainfall days in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Salem, WI

Average snowfall in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Salem, WI

Average snowfall days in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Salem, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Salem, WI

Average sunshine days in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Salem, WI

Average UV index in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
West Salem, WI

Average cloud cover in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
West Salem, WI

Average visibility in January - West Salem, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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