January weather forecast
Council, ID

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Weather in January

January in Council, Idaho is notably cold and snowy, marking that indeed winter season is in its full swing. Highest recorded snowfall is 23.07" (586mm) during this month which also sees a snowfall on an average of 16.2 days. This makes it typically a white month with visibility reduced significantly due to heavy snow and increased cloud coverage. Though it has the shortest daylight hours, at the end of the month, the days start to lengthen, offering a subtle hint for upcoming spring. Due to these extreme weather conditions, outdoor activities require appropriate winter gear.

Temperature

Council, Idaho, starts January with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from December. Council experiences an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) in month of January.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Council, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Council, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Council are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Council is January, when snow falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 23.07" (586mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Council.

UV index

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Council. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Council?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Council?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Council, Idaho.

What is the average humidity in January in Council?

The average relative humidity in January in Council, Idaho, is 91%.

How many days does it rain in January in Council?

In Council, Idaho, during January, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Council?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 23.07" (586mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Council?

In Council, Idaho, in January, during 16.2 snowfall days, 23.07" (586mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Council have in January?

In January, the average day length in Council is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Council?

On the first day of January in Council, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Council?

The month with the least sunshine in Council, Idaho, is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Council have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Council is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Council?

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Council.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Council?

In Council, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Council, ID

Average temperature in January - Council, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Council, ID

Average pressure in January - Council, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.24"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Council, ID

Average wind speed in January - Council, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Council, ID

Average humidity in January - Council, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in January
Council, ID

Average rainfall in January - Council, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in January
Council, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Council, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Council, ID

Average snowfall in January - Council, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 23.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (23.07").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Council, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Council, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Council, ID

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Council, ID
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Council, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Council, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Council, ID

Average UV index in January - Council, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Council, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Council, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in January
Council, ID

Average visibility in January - Council, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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