January weather forecast
Wichita Falls, TX

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A series of three waterfalls in the scenic Wichita Falls, Texas USA

Weather in January

The weather in January at Wichita Falls, Texas, experiences a calm and cold outlook following the transition from December. There tends to be minor fluctuation in humidity and pressure. The most noticeable discovery in January is the slight possibility of snowfall with a recording of 0.79" (20mm). As the month progresses into February, a gradual increase in temperature and daylight hours is anticipated. Most days are clear, offering mild sunshine and decent visibility.

Temperature

Transitioning into January, Wichita Falls experiences an average high-temperature of a still fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Wichita Falls, in January, witnesses an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 58%.

Rainfall

In Wichita Falls, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wichita Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.4 snowfall days, and 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wichita Falls, the average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during January translates into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January?

In January, in Wichita Falls, the average high-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Wichita Falls, Texas, the average relative humidity in January is 58%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Wichita Falls, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wichita Falls, during January, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wichita Falls have in January?

In Wichita Falls, the average day length in January is 10h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average temperature in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average high temperature in January: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (97.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average pressure in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • 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
Wichita Falls, TX

Average wind speed in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average humidity in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average humidity in January: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average rainfall in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average rainfall days in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average snowfall in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average snowfall days in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average sunshine days in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average UV index in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average cloud cover in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average cloud cover in January: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Wichita Falls, TX

Average visibility in January - Wichita Falls, TX
  • 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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