January weather forecast
Manhattan, KS

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A large building with a high tower in the scenic setting of the Kansas State University in Manhattan
A large building with a high tower in the scenic setting of the Kansas State University in Manhattan

Weather in January

In Manhattan, Kansas, the onset of the year is marked by freezing temperatures characteristic of a traditional winter. While January chills are milder when compared with the frosty December weather, the mercury hardly warms even during the day. Occasional snowfall events further accentuate the January cold in Manhattan. Visibility primarily remains uncompromised except for a few days when foggy conditions may prevail. The emphasis of the harsh winter conditions is the low temperature stooping to an average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C), coupled with an average snowfall of 1.34" (34mm).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Manhattan, Kansas, in January, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Manhattan is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

During the coldest month in Manhattan, January, temperatures average a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Is January cold?

The high-temperature during January is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 71%.

What is the driest month in Manhattan?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Manhattan, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Manhattan, during January, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Manhattan have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

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 in Manhattan, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Manhattan, KS

Average temperature in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Manhattan, KS

Average pressure in January - Manhattan, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Manhattan, KS

Average wind speed in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Manhattan, KS

Average humidity in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Manhattan, KS

Average rainfall in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Manhattan, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Manhattan, KS

Average snowfall in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Manhattan, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Manhattan, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Manhattan, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Manhattan, KS

Average UV index in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Manhattan, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Manhattan, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Manhattan, KS

Average visibility in January - Manhattan, 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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