Salt Lake City weather in January (Utah, United States of America)
Wondering what the weather is like in Salt Lake City during January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
In January, Salt Lake City tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 3°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -6°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.
Precipitation
Salt Lake City in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 128 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Salt Lake City. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Salt Lake City climate page with graphs.
Salt Lake City, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-6°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
41 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
74%
Sunshine
128 hours
Percentage Sunshine
44%
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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