January weather forecast
McAlester, OK

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Weather in January

Stepping into the year, January sees a blend of both wet and frosty conditions. McAlester witnesses a transition from the freezing period of the final quarter. Notably, it stands out with the lowest maximum daily temperatures, only reaching 48.9°F (9.4°C), coupled with frosty nights dropping to 33.3°F (0.7°C). It leaves a sense of longing for the crisp and chilly ends of the autumn and a subtle anticipation for the approaching shift in weather. Indeed, the chance to experience the first snowfall of the year makes it a time to gleefully anticipate.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In McAlester, Oklahoma, the average relative humidity in January is 70%.

Rainfall

In McAlester, in January, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.1 rainfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In McAlester, in January, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.4 snowfall days, and 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In McAlester, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in McAlester is 5.6h.

UV index

In McAlester, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low of 33.3°F (0.7°C), is recognized as the coldest.

What is the usual temperature for McAlester in January?

In McAlester, in January, the average high-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In McAlester, the average relative humidity in January is 70%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in McAlester in January?

In McAlester, in January, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In McAlester, Oklahoma, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
McAlester, OK

Average temperature in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in January
McAlester, OK

Average pressure in January - McAlester, OK
  • 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
McAlester, OK

Average rainfall days in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
McAlester, OK

Average sunshine days in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.5 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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

Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - McAlester, OK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - McAlester, OK
  • 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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