January weather forecast
Russell, KS

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Weather in January

January in Russell, Kansas, is characteristically cold with average high and low temperature readings of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively. A moderate level of snowfall is observed, which adds a snowy blanket to the winter landscape. Humidity is somewhat higher, setting the stage for frosty mornings. Winter lovers can look forward to the crisp, cold air and the beauty of the frost-kissed outdoors. The quiet of the winter month is often pierced by the rustle of the wind, which averages around 10.6mph (17.1km/h).

Temperature

Russell notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Russell. In January, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, in Russell, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Russell's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Is January cold?

In Russell, 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°F (-4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are most humid months in Russell.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Russell, the average relative humidity in January is 67%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Russell in January?

In January, in Russell, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Russell, in January, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in January?

In Russell, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Russell, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Russell, KS

Average temperature in January - Russell, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Russell, KS

Average pressure in January - Russell, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Russell, KS

Average wind speed in January - Russell, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Russell, KS

Average humidity in January - Russell, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in January
Russell, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Russell, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Russell, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Russell, KS

Average snowfall in January - Russell, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Russell, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Russell, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Russell, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Russell, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Russell, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Russell, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Russell, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Russell, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Russell, KS

Average visibility in January - Russell, 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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