Normal weather for Kansas in January
It's cold in January in Kansas with an average temperature of 6°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 1°C to a high of 10°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -9°C and -3°C.
In January, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,6 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Kansas in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
6°C | 5°C | |
 High Temp |
10°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
1°C | 1°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
11 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 days | 12 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
5,6 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
3 days | 8 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kansas with cold temps, averaging around 5°C during the day and nights around -7°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 7°C, with nights around -5°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kansas is around 8°C, while nighttime temps are about -5°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records for Kansas in January
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Daily Temperature in January in Kansas
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Kansas, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Kansas
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kansas, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Kansas.
Daily Snowfall in January in Kansas
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Kansas, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Kansas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kansas, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Kansas Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kansas, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Kansas Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kansas, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Kansas per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Kansas, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in January for Kansas
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Average Weather in Kansas by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kansas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
