January weather forecast
Lawrence, IN

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Weather in January

January sees Lawrence, Indiana, at its frostiest with the lowest recorded temperature at 20.8°F (-6.2°C). These chilly conditions are matched by a high relative humidity of 82%, creating a biting cold that often feels sharper than the temperature suggests. Snow covers the landscape for five days of the month, painting a typical Midwestern winter scene. Short daylight hours, coupled with long nights, contribute to this frigid period. Mild winds sweep across the city, adding a brisk touch to the already icy air.

Temperature

The coldest period in Lawrence is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Lawrence are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Lawrence, during January, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lawrence, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Lawrence. In Lawrence, Indiana, in January, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Lawrence, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.9 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lawrence is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January in Lawrence, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Lawrence, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In Lawrence, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Lawrence?

Temperature records in Lawrence, Indiana, mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 32.9°F (0.5°C) and lows at 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

How cold is it in Lawrence in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lawrence, Indiana, are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 20.8°F (-6.2°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Lawrence?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Lawrence?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Lawrence in January?

In Lawrence, during January, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Lawrence?

In January, in Lawrence, Indiana, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Lawrence?

In Lawrence, the average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lawrence?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lawrence?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Lawrence, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lawrence?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

How high is the UV index in January in Lawrence?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Lawrence, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lawrence, IN

Average temperature in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Lawrence, IN

Average pressure in January - Lawrence, IN
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lawrence, IN

Average wind speed in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Lawrence, IN

Average humidity in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Lawrence, IN

Average rainfall in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Lawrence, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lawrence, IN

Average snowfall in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lawrence, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Lawrence, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lawrence, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15 days).

Average UV index in January
Lawrence, IN

Average UV index in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Lawrence, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Lawrence, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Lawrence, IN

Average visibility in January - Lawrence, IN
  • 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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