January weather forecastAfton, WY
January
Weather in January
January in Afton, Wyoming, witnesses a blustering mix of predominant snow and chilling temperatures. The contiguous cold, marked by minimum temperatures reaching 5.4°F (-14.8°C), often blankets the city with a hefty 19.06" (484mm) of snowfall over the span of almost 20 days. Blustery winds and ample cloud cover, coupled with merely 9.5 hours of daylight, ensure the days remain frigidly nippy. Despite the harshness, the winter landscape is an enthralling sight, especially for snow aficionados. Travelers, nonetheless, are advised to dress heavily and stay weather alert.Temperature
Afton's average high-temperature in January is a still freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 24.1°F (-4.4°C) of December. Afton cools down to an average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) throughout the month of January.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 92%.Rainfall
In Afton, in January, during 4.7 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Afton. In Afton, in January, snow falls for 19.7 days, with typically accumulated 19.06" (484mm) of snow. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.9 days and aggregates up to 106.65" (2709mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Afton is 9h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 4.5h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Afton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Afton, WY
- Average high temperature in January: 25.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 5.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Afton, WY
- Average pressure in January: 30.29"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Afton, WY
- Average wind speed in January: 4.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Afton, WY
- Average humidity in January: 92%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).
Average rainfall in January
Afton, WY
- Average rainfall in January: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Afton, WY
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Afton, WY
- Average snowfall in January: 19.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (19.96").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Afton, WY
- Average snowfall days in January: 19.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Afton, WY
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Afton, WY
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).
Average UV index in January
Afton, WY
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Afton, WY
- Average cloud cover in January: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in January
Afton, WY
- Average visibility in January: 3mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).
