January weather forecast
Potosi, MO

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Potosi, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

Potosi records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Potosi, during January, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Potosi, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 28.58" (726mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Potosi, Missouri, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Potosi, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.5 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Potosi?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Potosi in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Potosi?

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

How much does it rain in Potosi in January?

In January, in Potosi, Missouri, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Potosi in January?

In Potosi, during January, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Potosi?

In Potosi, the average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Potosi?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Potosi?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Potosi?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Potosi is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Potosi?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Potosi?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Potosi, MO

Average temperature in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Potosi, MO

Average pressure in January - Potosi, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Potosi, MO

Average wind speed in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Potosi, MO

Average humidity in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Potosi, MO

Average rainfall in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, September and November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Potosi, MO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Potosi, MO

Average snowfall in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Potosi, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Potosi, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Potosi, MO

Average UV index in January - Potosi, 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
Potosi, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Potosi, MO

Average visibility in January - Potosi, MO
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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