January weather forecast
La Plata, MO

Share

Weather in January

January, like December, in La Plata, Missouri, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

In La Plata, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In La Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.8 days and collects up to 19.53" (496mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in La Plata. The month with the most snowfall in La Plata is January, when snow falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in La Plata is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in La Plata?

La Plata, Missouri, records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

How cold is it in La Plata in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in La Plata, is 32.2°F (0.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in La Plata?

The average relative humidity in January in La Plata, Missouri, is 79%.

How much does it rain in La Plata in January?

In La Plata, during January, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in La Plata?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in La Plata in January?

In La Plata, during January, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Plata have in January?

The average day length in January in La Plata, Missouri, is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in La Plata?

On the first day of January in La Plata, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in La Plata?

The month with the least sunshine in La Plata, Missouri, is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does La Plata have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in La Plata?

The months with the lowest UV index in La Plata, Missouri, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in La Plata?

In La Plata, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
La Plata, MO

Average temperature in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in January
La Plata, MO

Average pressure in January - La Plata, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
La Plata, MO

Average wind speed in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
La Plata, MO

Average humidity in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
La Plata, MO

Average rainfall in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
La Plata, MO

Average rainfall days in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in January
La Plata, MO

Average snowfall in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
La Plata, MO

Average snowfall days in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
La Plata, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
La Plata, MO

Average sunshine days in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
La Plata, MO

Average UV index in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
La Plata, MO

Average cloud cover in January - La Plata, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
La Plata, MO

Average visibility in January - La Plata, 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).

La Plata, Missouri, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location