January weather forecast
Lancaster, KS

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Lancaster, Kansas, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

Lancaster records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

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 January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Lancaster experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 36°F (2.2°C) and a minimum of 21.2°F (-6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 36°F (2.2°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Lancaster, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

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 many days does it rain in January in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, during January, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Lancaster?

In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Lancaster?

The average day length in January is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 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?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in January?

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Lancaster, KS

Average temperature in January - Lancaster, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Lancaster, KS

Average pressure in January - Lancaster, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lancaster, KS

Average wind speed in January - Lancaster, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Lancaster, KS

Average humidity in January - Lancaster, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

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

Average rainfall in January
Lancaster, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Lancaster, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lancaster, KS

Average snowfall in January - Lancaster, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lancaster, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Lancaster, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lancaster, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lancaster, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Lancaster, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Lancaster, KS

Average UV index in January - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Lancaster, 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 27).

Average visibility in January
Lancaster, KS

Average visibility in January - Lancaster, 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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