January weather forecast
Topeka, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Topeka, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Topeka experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a minimum of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Topeka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.9 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest month in Topeka is January, with an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Topeka, in January, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Topeka, in January, during 9.2 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Topeka have in January?

In Topeka, the average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Topeka.

How many hours of sunshine does Topeka have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Topeka, IL

Average temperature in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Topeka, IL

Average pressure in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Topeka, IL

Average wind speed in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Topeka, IL

Average humidity in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Topeka, IL

Average rainfall in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Topeka, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Topeka, IL

Average snowfall in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Topeka, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Topeka, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Topeka, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Topeka, IL

Average UV index in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Topeka, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Topeka, IL

Average visibility in January - Topeka, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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