January weather forecast
Buffalo, MO

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Buffalo, Missouri, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.3°F (4.6°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 40.3°F (4.6°C) and lows at 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Buffalo, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Buffalo, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

How cold does it get in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Buffalo, Missouri, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Buffalo is January, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Buffalo, during January, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buffalo?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Buffalo, MO

Average temperature in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Buffalo, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Buffalo, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Buffalo, MO

Average humidity in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, October and November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Buffalo, MO

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Buffalo, MO

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Buffalo, MO

Average UV index in January - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Buffalo, MO

Average visibility in January - Buffalo, 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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