January weather forecast
Salina, KS

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Weather in January

This month marks the beginning of the year with cold conditions as one could expect for winter months in Salina, Kansas. There's significant cloud cover and relative humidity stands at 69%. January stands out for its lowest temperatures with the range spanning from 24.1°F (-4.4°C) to 40.5°F (4.7°C). Snowfall in this period is fairly mild, with most days seeing clear skies. Wind speeds are notable, drastically affecting the perceived temperature for many during this time.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month in Salina, registering a high temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 69%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Salina. Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Salina is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Salina, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Salina. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Salina?

January is the coldest month in Salina, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Is January cold in Salina?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Salina, is 40.5°F (4.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Salina?

The average relative humidity in January in Salina is 69%.

What is the driest month in Salina?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Salina?

In Salina, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Salina in January?

In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salina have in January?

In January, the average day length in Salina is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Salina?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Salina?

In Salina, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Salina?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Salina?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Salina, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Salina, KS

Average temperature in January - Salina, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.5°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.1°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Salina, KS

Average pressure in January - Salina, 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
Salina, KS

Average wind speed in January - Salina, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Salina, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Salina, KS

Average rainfall in January - Salina, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Salina, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Salina, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Salina, KS

Average snowfall in January - Salina, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Salina, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Salina, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Salina, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Salina, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Salina, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Salina, KS

Average UV index in January - Salina, 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
Salina, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Salina, 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 20).

Average visibility in January
Salina, KS

Average visibility in January - Salina, 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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