January weather forecast
Lee's Summit, MO

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A series of scenic cascading waterfalls on a unique creek in Lee
A series of scenic cascading waterfalls on a unique creek in Lee's Summit, Missouri, with cliffs and large rocks visible in the misty white water

Weather in January

January experiences a shift from the bone-chilling cold of December to somewhat milder conditions. It is still a true winter month marked by lower temperatures and the occasional snow flurry. A notable average low temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) is recorded, making it one of the coldest months. Towards the end of the month, there are perceptible longer daylight hours, hinting at the approaching spring. Despite this cold start to the year, some clear sunny days do occur, providing a reprieve from the grey winter.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.6 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lee's Summit, in January, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lee's Summit, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.4 days and aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:37 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month of the year in Lee's Summit, Missouri, registering average temperatures as high as 37.4°F (3°C) and as low as 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

How cold is January?

In Lee's Summit, in January, the average high-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Lee's Summit, Missouri, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.6 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Lee's Summit, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Lee's Summit, during January, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lee's Summit have in January?

In Lee's Summit, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lee's Summit?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lee's Summit?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Lee's Summit, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to 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
Lee's Summit, MO

Average temperature in January - Lee
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°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 (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average pressure in January - Lee
  • 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
Lee's Summit, MO

Average wind speed in January - Lee
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average humidity in January - Lee
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

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

Average rainfall in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average rainfall in January - Lee
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Lee
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average snowfall in January - Lee
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Lee
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lee
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Lee
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average UV index in January - Lee
  • 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
Lee's Summit, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Lee
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Lee's Summit, MO

Average visibility in January - Lee
  • 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).

Lee's Summit, Missouri, USA

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