January weather forecast
Hutchinson, KS

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Weather in January

January in Hutchinson, Kansas, USA, is marked by its bone-chilling average low temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a touch milder high temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C), setting the tone for an authentic winter ambience. Winds rush through the city typically at a maximum speed of 12mph (19.3km/h), adding to the city's nippy atmosphere. A regular January day will have the skies beautifully spread with wispy clouds covering about 31% of the sky. An occasional rainfall might occur, but this time of year is better known for snowfall. Basking in over nine hours of daylight, the city is not totally sun-deprived despite the winter months.

Temperature

Hutchinson's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hutchinson, in January, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.3 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hutchinson, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With its average high temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in Hutchinson, records 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Hutchinson, Kansas, the average relative humidity in January is 67%.

What is the driest month?

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

How much does it rain in Hutchinson in January?

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

How much does it snow in January?

In Hutchinson, Kansas, in January, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hutchinson have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Hutchinson, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hutchinson?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average temperature in January - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average pressure in January - Hutchinson, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average wind speed in January - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average humidity in January - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Hutchinson, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Hutchinson, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average snowfall in January - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average UV index in January - Hutchinson, 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
Hutchinson, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Hutchinson, KS

Average visibility in January - Hutchinson, 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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