January weather forecast
Oklahoma City, OK

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The State Capitol Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with flags and a statue outside
The State Capitol Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with flags and a statue outside

Weather in January

January in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA traditionally ushers in the coldest part of the year, providing residents with cool to cold temperatures. The start of the year also brings a relatively low rate of rainfall, indicating dry and potentially frosty conditions. It's not uncommon to see snow during this month, adding a touch of winter wonder to the surroundings. The arrival of the New Year's frost is complemented by an average of 10.1 hours of daylight, the shortest duration in the year. Importantly, the average high and low temperatures range from 48.6°F (9.2°C) to 31.6°F (-0.2°C), setting the stage for the year's colder climate.

Temperature

Oklahoma City's January weather, with an average high temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average low temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In Oklahoma City, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

Rainfall

In Oklahoma City, during January, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Oklahoma City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Oklahoma City, during January, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Oklahoma City, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.1 days and aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Oklahoma City is 6.2h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Oklahoma City's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average low temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C), is the coldest in the year.

What are the temperatures in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Oklahoma City, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Oklahoma City, during January, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Oklahoma City, in January, during 1.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Oklahoma City is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average pressure in January - Oklahoma City, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average wind speed in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average humidity in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average rainfall in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average rainfall days in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average snowfall in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average snowfall days in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oklahoma City, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average sunshine days in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average UV index in January - Oklahoma City, 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
Oklahoma City, OK

Average cloud cover in January - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Oklahoma City, OK

Average visibility in January - Oklahoma City, 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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