January weather forecast
Lander, WY

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Magnificence in the nature scenes around the stunning Sinks Canyon in Lander, Wyoming
Magnificence in the nature scenes around the stunning Sinks Canyon in Lander, Wyoming

Weather in January

In Lander, Wyoming, the cold grip of winter is most evident in January. Forecasts typically predict gentle snowfall, resulting in a picturesque white landscape. Compared to February, January is noticeably colder and slightly drier. Visibility is generally considered good, despite the prevalent cloud cover of about 23%. Notably, the month experiences lower temperatures, ranging from 13.5°F (-10.3°C) to 29.7°F (-1.3°C), with a significant average snowfall of 3.03" (77mm).

Temperature

In Lander, January's average high-temperature stands at a still freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C), closely related to the preceding month. Lander reports a consistent average low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) throughout January nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Lander, in January, during 8.4 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lander, Wyoming, there are 56.6 snowfall days, and 39.65" (1007mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lander, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Lander are January and February, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Lander?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lander are 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Lander?

In Lander, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the driest month in Lander?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lander in January?

In Lander, Wyoming, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Lander?

In January, in Lander, Wyoming, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lander have in January?

In January, the average day length in Lander, Wyoming, is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lander?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lander, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lander?

January and February, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Lander.

How many hours of sunshine does Lander have in January?

In Lander, Wyoming, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lander?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lander are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Lander?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lander, Wyoming, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
28.4°F -2°C
29.7°F -1.3°C
29.7°F -1.3°C
Average low temperature
13.1°F -10.5°C
13.5°F -10.3°C
13.5°F -10.3°C
Average pressure
30.21" 767mmHg
30.23" 768mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
7.2mph 11.6km/h
7mph 11.3km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.6mph 12.2km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.7mph 12.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.9mph 22.4km/h
13.9mph 22.4km/h
13.5mph 21.7km/h
Average humidity
74%
77%
78%
Average rainfall
0.51" 13mm
0.43" 11mm
0.75" 19mm
Average rainfall days
6.8
6.3
6.1
Average snowfall
3.58" 91mm
3.03" 77mm
5.63" 143mm
Average snowfall days
9.9
8.4
10.1
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 3min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
7h 0min
6h 5min
6h 5min
Average sunshine days
19.1
21.3
16.2
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
25%
23%
28%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Lander, WY

Average temperature in January - Lander, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Lander, WY

Average pressure in January - Lander, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Lander, WY

Average wind speed in January - Lander, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Lander, WY

Average humidity in January - Lander, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lander, WY

Average rainfall in January - Lander, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Lander, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Lander, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lander, WY

Average snowfall in January - Lander, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Lander, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Lander, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lander, WY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lander, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Lander, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lander, WY

Average UV index in January - Lander, WY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Lander, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Lander, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Lander, WY

Average visibility in January - Lander, WY
  • 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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