January weather forecast
Sparta, MO

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Sparta, Missouri, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Sparta's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In Sparta, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month when Sparta sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Is January cold?

In January, in Sparta, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sparta, in January, during 5.1 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Sparta, the average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sparta?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sparta?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparta have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sparta?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sparta, MO

Average temperature in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°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 (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Sparta, MO

Average pressure in January - Sparta, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sparta, MO

Average wind speed in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Sparta, MO

Average humidity in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

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

Average rainfall in January
Sparta, MO

Average rainfall in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Sparta, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sparta, MO

Average snowfall in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.36"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Sparta, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Sparta, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sparta, MO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Sparta, MO

Average UV index in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sparta, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Sparta, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Sparta, MO

Average visibility in January - Sparta, 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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