January weather forecast
Chanute, KS

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Weather in January

Winter firmly establishes its grip on Chanute, Kansas in January with consistent cold temperatures. Significant is the sub-zero temperature drop from 26.6°F (-3°C) to freezing. The impressive UV index, coupled with rather low sunshine hours, underlines January as a winter month with limited outdoor activities. Notably, it is one of the two months that record snowfall, albeit minimal. The year starts with a relatively clear sky, yet the chilling temperatures and occasional snow might discourage outdoor enthusiasts.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Chanute, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

Rainfall

In Chanute, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chanute, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Chanute. In January, in Chanute, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chanute, there are 10.7 snowfall days, and 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chanute, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of January in Chanute, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Chanute is January, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chanute, Kansas. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Chanute?

The coldest temperatures in Chanute occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

How cold does it get in Chanute in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Chanute, records 41.4°F (5.2°C), while the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Chanute?

In Chanute, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

How much does it rain in Chanute in January?

In Chanute, Kansas, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Chanute in January?

In Chanute, in January, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chanute have in January?

In Chanute, Kansas, the average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Chanute?

On the first day of January in Chanute, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chanute?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Chanute, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chanute have in January?

In Chanute, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chanute?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Chanute?

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

Average temperature in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Chanute, KS

Average pressure in January - Chanute, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Chanute, KS

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Chanute, KS

Average humidity in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Chanute, KS

Average rainfall in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Chanute, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chanute, KS

Average snowfall in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chanute, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chanute, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (15.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Chanute, KS

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Chanute, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Chanute, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Chanute, KS

Average visibility in January - Chanute, 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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