January weather forecast
Washington, KS

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Washington, Kansas, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and max 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Washington, during January, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 24.92" (633mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Washington are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. 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. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the month when Washington sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

How cold is January?

In Washington, 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Washington in January?

In Washington, in January, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Washington, during January, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Washington, KS

Average temperature in January - Washington, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Washington, KS

Average pressure in January - Washington, 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
Washington, KS

Average wind speed in January - Washington, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Washington, KS

Average humidity in January - Washington, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Washington, KS

Average rainfall in January - Washington, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Washington, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Washington, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Washington, KS

Average snowfall in January - Washington, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Washington, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Washington, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Washington, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Washington, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Washington, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Washington, KS

Average UV index in January - Washington, 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
Washington, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Washington, KS

Average visibility in January - Washington, 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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