January weather forecast
Columbus, IN

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Weather in January

In the heart of winter, Columbus, Indiana experiences steady cold temperatures. Significantly, January delivers the coldest average high and low temperatures of the year at 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively. A mix of both steady rainfall and various snowy days contribute to January exemplifying a classic winter month. As a consequence, residents are often supplied with beautiful snowy landscapes but must also face the challenges that icy road conditions can bring. Visibility in this month can present slight difficulties, as frosty conditions plus dominant cloud cover can sometimes result in poor sight lines.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month in Columbus, Indiana, registering a high temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Columbus, Indiana, are January, February, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in January, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.5 days and collects up to 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Columbus, Indiana, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.1 snowfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Columbus is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Columbus is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Columbus?

Columbus's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is it in Columbus in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Columbus, Indiana, during January are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Columbus?

January, February, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Columbus, Indiana.

What is the average humidity in January in Columbus?

In Columbus, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in Columbus in January?

In Columbus, in January, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Columbus?

In Columbus, Indiana, in January, during 9.6 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in January?

The average day length in January in Columbus, Indiana, is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Columbus?

On the first day of January in Columbus, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Columbus?

The month with the least sunshine in Columbus is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Columbus?

The average sunshine duration in January in Columbus, Indiana, is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Columbus?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Columbus?

In Columbus, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Columbus, IN

Average temperature in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Columbus, IN

Average pressure in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Columbus, IN

Average wind speed in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Columbus, IN

Average humidity in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, July and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Columbus, IN

Average rainfall in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in January
Columbus, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Columbus, IN

Average snowfall in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Columbus, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Columbus, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Columbus, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Columbus, IN

Average UV index in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Columbus, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Columbus, IN

Average visibility in January - Columbus, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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