January weather forecast
Friday Harbor, WA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Friday Harbor, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 41°F (5°C) and max 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest period falls in January, February and December, when the average high-temperature reaches 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Friday Harbor, Washington, in January, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Friday Harbor, there are 167.7 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Friday Harbor. In Friday Harbor, in January, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Friday Harbor, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 45°F (7.2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Friday Harbor.
Note: Dipping into 45°F (7.2°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Friday Harbor is 8h and 51min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Friday Harbor is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Friday Harbor. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Friday Harbor?

During January, February and December, Friday Harbor experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What are January temperatures in Friday Harbor?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 41°F (5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Friday Harbor?

The months with the highest humidity are January, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in January in Friday Harbor?

In Friday Harbor, Washington, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Friday Harbor?

In January, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout January, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Friday Harbor?

In Friday Harbor, during January, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest in Friday Harbor?

The months with the coldest seawater in Friday Harbor, Washington, are January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 45°F (7.2°C).

How cold is the water in January in Friday Harbor?

In Friday Harbor, Washington, in January, the average water temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). Swimming in 45°F (7.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Friday Harbor have in January?

The average day length in January in Friday Harbor is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Friday Harbor?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Friday Harbor, Washington, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Friday Harbor have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Friday Harbor, Washington, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Friday Harbor?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Friday Harbor, Washington.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Friday Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Friday Harbor is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average temperature in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.9°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (40.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average pressure in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average wind speed in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average humidity in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average rainfall in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average snowfall in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average sea temperature in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 45°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (52.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.9°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average UV index in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in January
Friday Harbor, WA

Average visibility in January - Friday Harbor, WA
  • 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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