January weather forecast
Springfield, MO

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A city square in downtown Springfield, Missouri, with a clean water fountain
A city square in downtown Springfield, Missouri, with a clean water fountain

Weather in January

A brisk start traces the weather in Springfield, Missouri for January. January hosts the chilliest conditions of the year, with a low point reaching 26.2°F (-3.2°C). Sunshine is modest, creating a calm ambiance, often mirrored by tranquil winds. Yet, snowfall dusts the city, decorating the streets and rooftops. The start of the year provides a refreshing, chilly ambiance distinct to January.

Temperature

January stands out as Springfield's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Springfield are January through May, November and December. In Springfield, in January, during 6 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of January in Springfield, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Springfield, Missouri, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Springfield. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Springfield?

In Springfield, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is it in Springfield in January?

In Springfield, in January, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Springfield?

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

What is the driest month in Springfield?

The month with the least rainfall in Springfield is January, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Springfield in January?

In Springfield, Missouri, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Springfield in January?

In Springfield, Missouri, in January, during 6 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in January?

In January, the average day length in Springfield is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Springfield?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Springfield?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Springfield?

In Springfield, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Springfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Springfield?

In Springfield, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Springfield, MO

Average temperature in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Springfield, MO

Average pressure in January - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MO

Average wind speed in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Springfield, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Springfield, MO

Average rainfall in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Springfield, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Springfield, MO

Average snowfall in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Springfield, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Springfield, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Springfield, MO

Average UV index in January - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Springfield, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Springfield, MO

Average visibility in January - Springfield, 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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