January weather forecast
Atchison, KS

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Weather in January

Exhibiting a chilly demeanor, January in Atchison, Kansas kicks off the year with predominantly freezing temperatures. From the lowest to the highest, the temperature range stays within 21.2°F (-6°C) and 36°F (2.2°C), indicating the arrival of a frigid Kansas winter. This, combined with the season's biggest snowfall accumulation of 2.28" (58mm), sets up the typical wintery feel of the month. The trend of frosty conditions is broken on occasion with some brief sunshine, allowing locals brief moments of respite and outdoor opportunities. Yet, the overall weather pattern seems mostly characterized by a cold, snowy terrain and short daylight duration.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average low temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Atchison, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Atchison. In Atchison, in January, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Atchison, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Atchison, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Atchison's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 36°F (2.2°C) to a low of 21.2°F (-6°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Atchison?

In Atchison, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Atchison, in January, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Atchison, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Atchison is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Atchison?

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 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
Atchison, KS

Average temperature in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Atchison, KS

Average pressure in January - Atchison, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Atchison, KS

Average wind speed in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Atchison, KS

Average humidity in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Atchison, KS

Average rainfall in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Atchison, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Atchison, KS

Average snowfall in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Atchison, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Atchison, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Atchison, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Atchison, KS

Average UV index in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Atchison, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Atchison, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Atchison, KS

Average visibility in January - Atchison, 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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