January weather forecast
Abilene, KS

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Weather in January

January heralds the start of the year with a brisk chill in the air in Abilene, Kansas. The weather fluctuates between a chilly low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to a bearable high of 39.7°F (4.3°C). Stepping into the cold might seem unforgiving but the atmosphere provides some reprieve, with the cloud cover sitting at a moderate 34%. The snowy landscapes also offer an enchanting vista, signaling the peak of the winter months. Overall, January is a month for warm coats, scarves, and hot beverages.

Temperature

During the coldest month in Abilene, January, temperatures average a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Abilene is January, when the rain falls for 3.4 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Abilene. In Abilene, in January, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Abilene, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Abilene. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Abilene?

With average high temperatures of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and lows of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), January is the coldest month in Abilene, Kansas.

Is January cold in Abilene?

In Abilene, 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Abilene?

The average relative humidity in January in Abilene is 70%.

What is the driest month in Abilene?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.4 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Abilene?

In Abilene, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Abilene in January?

In Abilene, Kansas, in January, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Abilene, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Abilene?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Abilene?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Abilene?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Abilene?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Abilene is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
41.4°F 5.2°C
39.7°F 4.3°C
43.5°F 6.4°C
Average low temperature
26.8°F -2.9°C
23.4°F -4.8°C
26.6°F -3°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.8mph 17.4km/h
Average max. wind speed
11mph 17.7km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.8mph 27km/h
16.8mph 27km/h
16.9mph 27.2km/h
Average humidity
70%
70%
67%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
0.59" 15mm
0.75" 19mm
Average rainfall days
3.5
3.4
3.9
Average snowfall
1.02" 26mm
1.26" 32mm
2.44" 62mm
Average snowfall days
2.8
4.1
4.2
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 5min
6h 0min
6h 5min
Average sunshine days
24
24.4
20.3
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
34%
34%
38%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Abilene, KS

Average temperature in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Abilene, KS

Average pressure in January - Abilene, KS
  • 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Abilene, KS

Average wind speed in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Abilene, KS

Average humidity in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in January
Abilene, KS

Average rainfall in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Abilene, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Abilene, KS

Average snowfall in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Abilene, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
Abilene, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Abilene, KS
  • 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: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Abilene, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Abilene, KS

Average UV index in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Abilene, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Abilene, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in January
Abilene, KS

Average visibility in January - Abilene, KS
  • 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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