January weather forecast
Kansas City, KS

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Weather in January

January ushers in the new year with its coldest weather for Kansas City, Kansas. Compared to December, the city experiences a slight drop in both maximum and minimum temperatures. Daily highs hover around 37°F (2.8°C), and the frigid nights plunge to around 22.6°F (-5.2°C), marking the lowest temperatures of the year. Snow showers are common this month, while rainfall amounts are less than in other months. Moving into February, Kansas City gradually starts to shake off the winter chill, although temperatures remain fairly frosty.

Temperature

In Kansas City, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In Kansas City, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kansas City, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Kansas City, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is Kansas City's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 37°F (2.8°C) and lows of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kansas City, records 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Kansas City, in January, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Kansas City is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in January
Kansas City, KS

Average temperature in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Kansas City, KS

Average pressure in January - Kansas City, 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
Kansas City, KS

Average wind speed in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Kansas City, KS

Average humidity in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Kansas City, KS

Average rainfall in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Kansas City, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kansas City, KS

Average snowfall in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kansas City, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kansas City, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kansas City, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Kansas City, KS

Average UV index in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Kansas City, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Kansas City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Kansas City, KS

Average visibility in January - Kansas City, 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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