January weather forecast
McPherson, KS

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Weather in January

Starting the year in McPherson, Kansas, white blankets of snow cover the city, amounting to 1.34in on average and snowfall occurring on around four to five days of the month. Temperatures remain chilling, reflecting the typical winter weather found in January. A reasonably high number of daylight hours provides respite from the cold, embraced by locals who know how to make the most of the winter sun. January also presents an increased possibility of wind, which can amplify the cold factor significantly. As the month progresses, some moderate changes in weather characteristics become evident, preparing for the transition into February.

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In McPherson, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

In McPherson, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.1h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a minimum temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in McPherson, records 41.4°F (5.2°C), while the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 69%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In McPherson, in January, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In McPherson, in January, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McPherson have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in McPherson?

January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.1h.

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 McPherson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
McPherson, KS

Average temperature in January - McPherson, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
McPherson, KS

Average pressure in January - McPherson, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
McPherson, KS

Average wind speed in January - McPherson, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in January
McPherson, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
McPherson, KS

Average rainfall days in January - McPherson, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
McPherson, KS

Average snowfall days in January - McPherson, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
McPherson, KS

Average sunshine days in January - McPherson, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in January
McPherson, KS

Average UV index in January - McPherson, 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
McPherson, KS

Average cloud cover in January - McPherson, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
McPherson, KS

Average visibility in January - McPherson, 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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