January weather forecast
Elk, WY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Elk, Wyoming, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and min 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature stands at a still freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C), closely aligned with December's 21.7°F (-5.7°C). In January, the average low-temperature in Elk records at a polar cold 4.3°F (-15.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Elk, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

Rainfall

In January, in Elk, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout January, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.6 rainfall days, and 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months with snowfall. In Elk, in January, during 21.8 snowfall days, 25.79" (655mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk, Wyoming, there are 153.4 snowfall days, and 167.36" (4251mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Elk is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Elk, the average sunshine in January is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk, Wyoming. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elk in January?

In Elk, in January, the average high-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elk?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How many days does it rain in January in Elk?

In Elk, during January, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elk in January?

In January, in Elk, Wyoming, it is snowing for 21.8 days. Throughout January, 25.79" (655mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Elk is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Elk?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk, Wyoming.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Elk?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Elk is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elk, WY

Average temperature in January - Elk, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Elk, WY

Average pressure in January - Elk, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.26"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Elk, WY

Average wind speed in January - Elk, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elk, WY

Average humidity in January - Elk, 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 (49%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elk, WY

Average rainfall in January - Elk, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elk, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Elk, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elk, WY

Average snowfall in January - Elk, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 25.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29.65").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elk, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Elk, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elk, WY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk, WY
  • 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Elk, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Elk, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elk, WY

Average UV index in January - Elk, 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, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Elk, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Elk, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in January
Elk, WY

Average visibility in January - Elk, 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, February and December (3mi).

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