January weather forecastColumbus, IN
January
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
The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity 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, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 8.54" (217mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day 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
January has the least sunshine of the year, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Columbus, IN
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
