January weather forecast
Sedalia, MO

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Weather in January

In Sedalia, Missouri, the weather in January exhibits a mixture of winter elements, with temperatures ranging from 23.5°F (-4.7°C) to 37°F (2.8°C). The cold breezes and prevailing temperatures result in a chilly atmosphere. This month marks a contrast to the milder December weather, with the surroundings often painted white by snowfall. The outdoor daylight duration is the shortest of the year. Although January weather conditions may be tough, the start of a new year brings unique experiences and sparked romance in the refreshing January air.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C), is generally the coldest month in Sedalia.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sedalia are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, in Sedalia, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sedalia, Missouri.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sedalia, Missouri. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Sedalia?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Sedalia, reaching 37°F (2.8°C) at the peak and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Sedalia?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Sedalia, is 37°F (2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Sedalia?

The average relative humidity in January in Sedalia, Missouri, is 75%.

What is the driest month in Sedalia?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Sedalia, Missouri. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Sedalia?

In Sedalia, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Sedalia?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Sedalia?

In Sedalia, Missouri, during January, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sedalia have in January?

In Sedalia, Missouri, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sedalia?

On the first day of January in Sedalia, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Sedalia?

The months with the least sunshine in Sedalia, Missouri, are January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sedalia have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Sedalia is 5h.

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

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 in Sedalia?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sedalia, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sedalia, MO

Average temperature in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Sedalia, MO

Average pressure in January - Sedalia, MO
  • 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sedalia, MO

Average wind speed in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Sedalia, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Sedalia, MO

Average rainfall in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Sedalia, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sedalia, MO

Average snowfall in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sedalia, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sedalia, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sedalia, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sedalia, MO

Average UV index in January - Sedalia, 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
Sedalia, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Sedalia, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Sedalia, MO

Average visibility in January - Sedalia, 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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