January weather forecast
Waco, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Waco, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.4 snowfall days, and 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Waco reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 39.7°F (4.3°C) at the peak and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at the lowest.

Is it cold during January?

The high-temperature during January is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Waco, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Waco have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Waco have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Waco, KY

Average temperature in January - Waco, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Waco, KY

Average pressure in January - Waco, KY
  • 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Waco, KY

Average wind speed in January - Waco, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Waco, KY

Average humidity in January - Waco, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Waco, KY

Average rainfall in January - Waco, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Waco, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Waco, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waco, KY

Average snowfall in January - Waco, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waco, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Waco, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Waco, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waco, KY
  • 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waco, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Waco, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Waco, KY

Average UV index in January - Waco, KY
  • 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
Waco, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Waco, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Waco, KY

Average visibility in January - Waco, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).

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