January weather forecast
El Dorado, KS

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Weather in January

The onset of the year in El Dorado, Kansas, brings with it the chill of winter's grip. January is marked by low temperatures that frequently reach 26.1°F (-3.3°C), combined with a fair degree of cloudiness at 33%. Despite this, it is not the coldest month, nor the one with the highest average humidity. The increase in wind speeds experienced in January may intensify the sensation of cold. On a brighter note, clear visibility is maintained at 6 miles throughout the month.

Temperature

Temperature records in El Dorado mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 41.9°F (5.5°C) and lows at 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in El Dorado is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in El Dorado. In January, in El Dorado, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In El Dorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in El Dorado is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in El Dorado.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in El Dorado?

El Dorado, Kansas, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Is it cold in El Dorado during January?

January temperatures in El Dorado vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in El Dorado?

In January, the average relative humidity is 68%.

What is the driest month in El Dorado?

January is the month with the least rainfall in El Dorado. Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in El Dorado in January?

In El Dorado, in January, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, in January, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does El Dorado have in January?

In El Dorado, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in El Dorado?

On the first day of January in El Dorado, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in El Dorado?

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in El Dorado, Kansas.

How many hours of sunshine does El Dorado have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in El Dorado, Kansas, is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in El Dorado?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in El Dorado, Kansas.

What is the UV index intensity in January in El Dorado?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
El Dorado, KS

Average temperature in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
El Dorado, KS

Average pressure in January - El Dorado, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
El Dorado, KS

Average wind speed in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
El Dorado, KS

Average humidity in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in January
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in January
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall days in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall days in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
El Dorado, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
El Dorado, KS

Average sunshine days in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
El Dorado, KS

Average UV index in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
El Dorado, KS

Average cloud cover in January - El Dorado, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in January
El Dorado, KS

Average visibility in January - El Dorado, 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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