January weather forecast
Belton, MO

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Weather in January

Commencing the calendar year in Belton, Missouri is the mid-winter month of January. Characteristically cold, it has the lowest monthly temperatures of the year, with the mercury dipping to as low as 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and barely climbing over 37.4°F (3°C). Accompanying the winter chill are periods of high relative humidity, giving the air a damp feel. There's a fair chance of witnessing the beauty of a snowfall, with a dusting of white on the city's public parks and private gardens. Additionally, shorter days and less sunshine contribute to the crisp, wintery landscape.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month in Belton, registering a high temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In Belton, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Belton. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Belton, during January, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Belton, during the entire year, snow falls for 18 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, in Belton, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Belton, Missouri.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Belton?

Belton, Missouri, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

How cold is January in Belton?

The high-temperature, in January, in Belton, records 37.4°F (3°C), while the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Belton?

The average relative humidity in January in Belton is 73%.

What is the driest month in Belton?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Belton. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Belton in January?

In Belton, Missouri, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Belton in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Belton?

The average day length in January in Belton, Missouri, is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Belton?

On the first day of January in Belton, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Belton?

The month with the least sunshine in Belton is January, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Belton?

The average sunshine duration in January in Belton, Missouri, is 5.2h.

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

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 intensity in January in Belton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Belton is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
41.2°F 5.1°C
37.4°F 3°C
41.5°F 5.3°C
Average low temperature
28°F -2.2°C
23.2°F -4.9°C
27°F -2.8°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.17" 766mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
9.3mph 15km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.5mph 23.3km/h
15.3mph 24.6km/h
15.1mph 24.3km/h
Average humidity
74%
73%
72%
Average rainfall
1.38" 35mm
0.94" 24mm
1.14" 29mm
Average rainfall days
5.4
5.3
5.9
Average snowfall
1.02" 26mm
2.56" 65mm
3.31" 84mm
Average snowfall days
3.1
5.1
5.4
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
5h 1min
5h 3min
Average sunshine days
22.6
21.4
16.3
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
41%
43%
45%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Belton, MO

Average temperature in January - Belton, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Belton, MO

Average pressure in January - Belton, MO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Belton, MO

Average wind speed in January - Belton, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Belton, MO

Average humidity in January - Belton, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Belton, MO

Average rainfall in January - Belton, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Belton, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Belton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Belton, MO

Average snowfall in January - Belton, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Belton, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Belton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Belton, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Belton, MO
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Belton, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Belton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Belton, MO

Average UV index in January - Belton, MO
  • 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
Belton, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Belton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Belton, MO

Average visibility in January - Belton, MO
  • 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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