January weather forecast
Memphis, MO

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Memphis, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Memphis is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Memphis?

Memphis's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and the low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Memphis, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Memphis is January, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Memphis?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Memphis have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

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 intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Memphis, MO

Average temperature in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Memphis, MO

Average pressure in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Memphis, MO

Average wind speed in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Memphis, MO

Average humidity in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Memphis, MO

Average rainfall in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Memphis, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Memphis, MO

Average snowfall in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Memphis, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Memphis, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Memphis, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Memphis, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Memphis, MO

Average UV index in January - Memphis, 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
Memphis, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Memphis, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Memphis, MO

Average visibility in January - Memphis, 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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