January weather forecast
Powder River, WY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Powder River, Wyoming, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

As Powder River steps into January, the average high-temperature is measured at a still subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C), displaying minor differences from December's 28.6°F (-1.9°C). During the month of January, Powder River anticipates a mean low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Powder River, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81 rainfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Powder River. In Powder River, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Powder River, Wyoming, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.6 days and aggregates up to 31.65" (804mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Powder River, the average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Powder River, Wyoming, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Powder River?

January temperatures in Powder River, Wyoming, vary between a high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Powder River?

January is the most humid month in Powder River, Wyoming, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in January in Powder River?

In Powder River, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in Powder River in January?

In Powder River, Wyoming, during January, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Powder River in January?

In January, in Powder River, Wyoming, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Powder River have in January?

In January, the average day length in Powder River, Wyoming, is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Powder River?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Powder River, Wyoming, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Powder River have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Powder River is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Powder River?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Powder River?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Powder River, WY

Average temperature in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Powder River, WY

Average pressure in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Powder River, WY

Average wind speed in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Powder River, WY

Average humidity in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (36%).

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Average rainfall in January
Powder River, WY

Average rainfall in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in January
Powder River, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Powder River, WY

Average snowfall in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Powder River, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 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
Powder River, WY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Powder River, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Powder River, WY

Average UV index in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Powder River, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Powder River, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in January
Powder River, WY

Average visibility in January - Powder River, 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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