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Salt Lake City weather in January (Utah, United States of America)

Curious about the January weather in Salt Lake City? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Salt Lake City generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -6°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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.

The area enjoys a balanced 128 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 41 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
SunshineSunshine 128 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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 in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Salt Lake City in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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