January weather forecast
Independence, KS

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Weather in January

Weather in January in Independence, Kansas, is marked by chilly temperatures and snowfall. Daily high temperatures average around 43.2°F (6.2°C), while nighttime lows often dip to 27.9°F (-2.3°C). Amid the cold, snow showers are common, leading to an expected average snowfall of 0.83" (21mm) over the course of 2.3 days. However, the climate remains mostly dry, making activities feasible outdoors. The humidity level is tolerable, with minimal wind speed, making the cold less biting.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures in Independence, reaching 43.2°F (6.2°C) at the peak and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at the low.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Independence are January and November Rain falls for 5.9 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Independence are January through March, November and December. In Independence, during January, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.1 days and aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Independence, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Independence are January and December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Independence?

January is Independence's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and lows of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

How cold is January in Independence?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Independence, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Independence?

January and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Independence?

In January, the average relative humidity is 69%.

What is the driest month in Independence?

January and November are months with the least rain in Independence when the rain falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Independence in January?

In Independence, in January, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Independence?

In Independence, Kansas, during January, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in January?

In January, the average day length in Independence, Kansas, is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Independence?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Independence, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Independence?

January and December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Independence, Kansas.

How long on average sun shines in January in Independence?

The average sunshine duration in January in Independence, Kansas, is 5.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Independence?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Independence, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Independence, KS

Average temperature in January - Independence, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°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 (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Independence, KS

Average pressure in January - Independence, 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
Independence, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Independence, KS

Average humidity in January - Independence, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

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

Average rainfall in January
Independence, KS

Average rainfall in January - Independence, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Independence, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Independence, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Independence, KS

Average snowfall in January - Independence, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Independence, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Independence, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.3 days

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

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Independence, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Independence, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Independence, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Independence, KS

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

Average cloud cover in January
Independence, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Independence, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Independence, KS

Average visibility in January - Independence, 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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