January weather forecast
Galesburg, KS

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Galesburg, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 70%.

Rainfall

In Galesburg, Kansas, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Galesburg, there are 114.4 rainfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Galesburg are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Galesburg, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.6 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Galesburg, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Galesburg.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Galesburg. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Is it cold in Galesburg during January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Galesburg?

The average relative humidity in January is 70%.

How many days does it rain in January in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, Kansas, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, in January, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Galesburg have in January?

In Galesburg, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Galesburg?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Galesburg, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Galesburg?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Galesburg, Kansas, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Galesburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Galesburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Galesburg, KS

Average temperature in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Galesburg, KS

Average pressure in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Galesburg, KS

Average wind speed in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

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

Average humidity in January
Galesburg, KS

Average humidity in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Galesburg, KS

Average rainfall in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Galesburg, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Galesburg, KS

Average snowfall in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Galesburg, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Galesburg, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Galesburg, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Galesburg, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Galesburg, KS

Average UV index in January - Galesburg, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Galesburg, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Galesburg, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Galesburg, KS

Average visibility in January - Galesburg, 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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