January weather forecast
Appleton, WI

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Colorful trees and neat lawns in Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, the river, and the rest of the city

Weather in January

A true winter wonderland describes January in Appleton, Wisconsin, with snowfall reaching up to 5.79" (147mm) during the month. As daylight hours are shortest at 9.3 hours, locals and visitors bundle up and enjoy indoor activities. The wind speed averages at 9.8mph (15.8km/h), lending a crisp and chilly feeling to the air. High humidity at 88% adds to the coolness of the weather. This cold gust of northern wind makes January one of the coldest months with temperatures dipping considerably.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, in Appleton, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Appleton, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Appleton. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Appleton is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Appleton is January, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Appleton are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Appleton?

With average high and low temperatures of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 10.8°F (-11.8°C) respectively, January is Appleton's coldest month.

How cold is January in Appleton?

During January, Appleton experiences an average high-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Appleton?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Appleton?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January in Appleton?

In Appleton, in January, during 3.9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Appleton?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Appleton?

In Appleton, Wisconsin, in January, during 14.2 snowfall days, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Appleton?

In January, the average day length in Appleton, Wisconsin, is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Appleton?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Appleton?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Appleton?

In Appleton, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Appleton?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Appleton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Appleton is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Appleton, WI

Average temperature in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Appleton, WI

Average pressure in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Appleton, WI

Average wind speed in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Appleton, WI

Average humidity in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Appleton, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Appleton, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Appleton, WI

Average UV index in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Appleton, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Appleton, WI

Average visibility in January - Appleton, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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