January weather forecast
Lansing, KS

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Weather in January

The start of the new year in Lansing, Kansas is accompanied by a winter chill and commonly sees precipitation in the form of snow. Dated climatological parameters indicate that January typically sees high temperatures averaging 36.9°F (2.7°C), but the mercury has been known to drop to an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C). Surprisingly, despite the cold and frosty weather, the average humidity in January is relatively high compared to the rest of the year. Wind speeds in this month generally average around 9.7mph (15.6km/h), which could contribute to the overall chill factor. Moreover, January does not offer much in terms of daylight with an average of 9.8 hours per day.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), is the coldest month in Lansing.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, in Lansing, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lansing. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Lansing?

The coldest month in Lansing is January, with an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

How cold is January in Lansing?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Lansing, is 36.9°F (2.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lansing?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month in Lansing?

The month with the least rainfall in Lansing is January, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Lansing?

In Lansing, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Lansing?

In January, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lansing?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lansing?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lansing?

The average sunshine duration in January in Lansing is 5.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Lansing?

In Lansing, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
40.1°F 4.5°C
36.9°F 2.7°C
40.6°F 4.8°C
Average low temperature
26.8°F -2.9°C
22.1°F -5.5°C
25.5°F -3.6°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.17" 766mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
9.3mph 15km/h
9.7mph 15.6km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.7mph 23.7km/h
15.4mph 24.8km/h
15.3mph 24.6km/h
Average humidity
74%
74%
72%
Average rainfall
0.87" 22mm
0.75" 19mm
0.83" 21mm
Average rainfall days
4.7
4.5
5.5
Average snowfall
0.94" 24mm
1.73" 44mm
2.72" 69mm
Average snowfall days
3.1
4.9
5.4
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 3min
5h 1min
5h 4min
Average sunshine days
23
21.8
18
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
41%
43%
44%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Lansing, KS

Average temperature in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°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 (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Lansing, KS

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

Average wind speed in January
Lansing, KS

Average wind speed in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Lansing, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Lansing, KS

Average rainfall in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Lansing, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lansing, KS

Average snowfall in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lansing, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lansing, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lansing, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Lansing, KS

Average UV index in January - Lansing, 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
Lansing, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Lansing, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Lansing, KS

Average visibility in January - Lansing, 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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