January weather forecast
Arkansas City, KS

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Weather in January

As the first month of the year unfolds, the weather in Arkansas City, Kansas carries the chill of winter. Sub-freezing temperatures are prevalent with average lows of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). One can expect more overcast days due to higher cloud coverage. This is a period when the city experiences a relative calm in terms of rainfall and wind. The presence of just 0.16" (4mm) of snow defines a peculiar characteristic of January weather.

Temperature

Arkansas City experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a minimum of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Arkansas City is 66%.

Rainfall

In Arkansas City, in January, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arkansas City, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arkansas City are January through March, November and December. In Arkansas City, in January, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Arkansas City, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 7 days and aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Arkansas City is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Arkansas City.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Arkansas City?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

How cold is January in Arkansas City?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Arkansas City, Kansas, are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Arkansas City?

The average relative humidity in January is 66%.

How much does it rain in Arkansas City in January?

In Arkansas City, during January, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Arkansas City?

In Arkansas City, Kansas, during January, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Arkansas City?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Arkansas City?

On the first day of January in Arkansas City, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arkansas City?

The month with the least sunshine in Arkansas City, Kansas, is January, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Arkansas City?

The average sunshine duration in January in Arkansas City, Kansas, is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Arkansas City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Arkansas City, Kansas, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Arkansas City?

In Arkansas City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average temperature in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average pressure in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average wind speed in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average humidity in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average rainfall in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average snowfall in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Arkansas City, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average sunshine days in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average UV index in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Arkansas City, KS

Average visibility in January - Arkansas City, KS
  • 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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