January weather forecast
West Plains, MO

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Weather in January

The commencement of the calendar year in West Plains, Missouri is marked by typically chilly temperatures. As compared to December, the mercury drops slightly, rendering January slightly colder. The highest temperature is around 41.9°F (5.5°C) while the lowest is about 26.6°F (-3°C). The combination of cold temperature, increasing percentage of cloud cover, and moderate winds sets a frigid tone for the month. As the days advance, the daylight hours begin to seamlessly extend, paving the way for longer days ahead.

Temperature

West Plains notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Plains, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In West Plains, during January, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In West Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.4 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Plains, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is West Plains's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and lows of 26.6°F (-3°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In West Plains, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In West Plains, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In West Plains, the average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In West Plains, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents 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
West Plains, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in January
West Plains, MO

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

Average wind speed in January
West Plains, MO

Average wind speed in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
West Plains, MO

Average humidity in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
West Plains, MO

Average rainfall in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
West Plains, MO

Average rainfall days in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Plains, MO

Average snowfall in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

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

Average snowfall days in January
West Plains, MO

Average snowfall days in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Plains, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Plains, MO

Average sunshine days in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
West Plains, MO

Average UV index in January - West Plains, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
West Plains, MO

Average cloud cover in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
West Plains, MO

Average visibility in January - West Plains, MO
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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