January weather forecast
Wellington, KS

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wellington, Kansas, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 44.6°F (7°C) and a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 66%.

Rainfall

In Wellington, during January, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Wellington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.9 days and collects up to 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wellington, in January, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wellington, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wellington is January, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Wellington. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Is it cold during January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Wellington, is 44.6°F (7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 66%.

How much does it rain in Wellington in January?

In Wellington, in January, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wellington, during January, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wellington have in January?

In Wellington, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Wellington, KS

Average temperature in January - Wellington, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Wellington, KS

Average pressure in January - Wellington, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wellington, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Wellington, KS

Average humidity in January - Wellington, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Wellington, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Wellington, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Wellington, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wellington, KS

Average snowfall in January - Wellington, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wellington, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Wellington, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Wellington, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Wellington, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Wellington, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wellington, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Wellington, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Wellington, KS

Average visibility in January - Wellington, 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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