Typical Run Score
67
Good
Salt Lake City · January
Running in Salt Lake City in January
Typical January running conditions in Salt Lake City, and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
30°F
Cold
Avg dew point
21°F
Comfortable
Best window
9 AM–11 PM
Local time
Salt Lake City · today vs the January normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How January compares in Salt Lake City
January ranks 10th of 12 months for running in Salt Lake City, with a typical daytime Run Score of 67 (Good). For reference, the best month is October (score 90) and the hardest is July (score 64). The kindest window in January is typically 9 AM–11 PM. Precipitation falls in roughly 23% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the January norm.
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Running in Salt Lake City in January: FAQ
Is it good to run in Salt Lake City in January?
Generally yes, with sensible timing. The typical daytime Run Score is 67 (Good), with temperatures around 30°F (-1°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 9 AM–11 PM.
How hot is it for running in Salt Lake City in January?
Typical temperatures average 30°F (-1°C) (Cold) with dew points near 21°F. Dew point (not the thermometer) usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 80–100 is Great (97+ earns a gold star for near-perfect conditions). 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Fair) means at least one factor (usually heat or dew point) is slowing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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