January weather forecast
Hermiston, OR

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Weather in January

The start of the year in Hermiston, Oregon, witnesses a generally cold and wet weather pattern. Despite the chill, January presents an interesting mix of winter conditions with the high relative humidity of 79%. One unique aspect of January is the presence of snowfall, amounting to 1.06" (27mm) over an average of 2.5 days. This month competes with February for the title of the chilliest period of the year, though February edges it out slightly in that regard. It introduces the winter period, setting the tone for the following month.

Temperature

Hermiston experiences a transition to a still icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of January, not greatly differing from December's 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) marks the nights throughout January.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hermiston, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hermiston, in January, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hermiston, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hermiston, Oregon, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Hermiston, in January, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hermiston have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hermiston have in January?

In Hermiston, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Hermiston, OR

Average pressure in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hermiston, OR

Average wind speed in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Hermiston, OR

Average humidity in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

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

Average rainfall in January
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in January
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hermiston, OR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hermiston, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Hermiston, OR

Average UV index in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Hermiston, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Hermiston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Hermiston, OR

Average visibility in January - Hermiston, OR
  • 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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