January weather forecast
Derby, KS

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Weather in January

January registers as the coldest month in Derby, Kansas, with the lowest temperature dipping to 26.6°F (-3°C) and the highest barely breaching 43.3°F (6.3°C). Bright winter sunshine prevails for 6.1 hours a day, while gusty winds whip across the landscape at an average speed of 10.8mph (17.4km/h). Snow blankets the ground on an average of three days in January. The town witnesses an occasional sprinkling of rain as well, adding to the chill factor.

Temperature

January stands out as Derby's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Derby, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.1h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with its high-temperature average of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.6°F (-3°C), is the coldest month in Derby.

How cold is it in January?

During January, Derby experiences an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Derby?

The average relative humidity in January is 66%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Derby, during January, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Derby, in January, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Derby have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Derby have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Derby, KS

Average temperature in January - Derby, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Derby, KS

Average pressure in January - Derby, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Derby, KS

Average wind speed in January - Derby, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Derby, KS

Average humidity in January - Derby, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Derby, KS

Average rainfall in January - Derby, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in January
Derby, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Derby, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Derby, KS

Average snowfall in January - Derby, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Derby, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Derby, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Derby, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Derby, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Derby, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Derby, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Derby, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Derby, KS

Average visibility in January - Derby, 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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