January weather forecast
Topeka, KS

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Weather in January

January in Topeka, Kansas, USA brings the coldest month of the year. Snowfall is expected, with 1.42" (36mm) on average, and the month contains mostly cloudy days. The high humidity level, with a mean of 72%, contributes to a chilling sensation. As daylight hours only reach 9.8 hours, these winter days are distinctively short. A brisk wind is also typically present, complemented by temperatures that usually range from 22.6°F (-5.2°C) to 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Topeka, during January, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Topeka, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Topeka, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Topeka, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Is it cold during January?

In January, in Topeka, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Topeka?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month in Topeka?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout January, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Topeka, in January, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Topeka, Kansas, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Topeka, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Topeka?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Topeka, KS

Average temperature in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Topeka, KS

Average pressure in January - Topeka, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Topeka, KS

Average wind speed in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Topeka, KS

Average humidity in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Topeka, KS

Average rainfall in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Topeka, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Topeka, KS

Average snowfall in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Topeka, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Topeka, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Topeka, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Topeka, KS

Average UV index in January - Topeka, 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
Topeka, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Topeka, KS

Average visibility in January - Topeka, 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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