January weather forecast
Cape Girardeau, MO

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A unique aerial panorama of the Cape Girardeau in Missouri, with a clear view of the large Mississippi River outback
A unique aerial panorama of the Cape Girardeau in Missouri, with a clear view of the large Mississippi River outback

Weather in January

The year in Cape Girardeau, Missouri commences with chilly January. Be prepared - the city experiences some of its lowest temperatures in this month, plummeting to as low as 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at night while reaching highs around 41°F (5°C) in daytime. Although there are shorter daylight, Missouri's winter brings its own serene, frost-glazed beauty that's worth savoring. Snowfall is relatively infrequent, however gentle sleet showers are not uncommon. Despite the cold, the city brims with activities to start the New Year with joy.

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Cape Girardeau, with averages ranging from a high of 41°F (5°C) to a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Cape Girardeau, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Cape Girardeau, during January, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cape Girardeau, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cape Girardeau, during January, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.2 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cape Girardeau, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Cape Girardeau?

In Cape Girardeau, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 41°F (5°C) and a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

How cold does it get in Cape Girardeau in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cape Girardeau are 41°F (5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Cape Girardeau?

In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in Cape Girardeau in January?

In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cape Girardeau in January?

In Cape Girardeau, in January, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cape Girardeau have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Cape Girardeau?

On the first day of January in Cape Girardeau, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Girardeau have in January?

In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cape Girardeau?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cape Girardeau.

What is the UV index reading in January in Cape Girardeau?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average temperature in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average pressure in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average wind speed in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average humidity in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average rainfall in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average snowfall in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cape Girardeau, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average UV index in January - Cape Girardeau, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average visibility in January - Cape Girardeau, 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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