January weather forecast
Lawrence, KS

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The green Lawrence Cty in Kansas, with a dense tree cover and a view of the road network and the state campus
The green Lawrence Cty in Kansas, with a dense tree cover and a view of the road network and the state campus

Weather in January

Experience the chill of Lawrence, Kansas with a contrasting high and low temperature from 37.8°F (3.2°C) to 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in January. These icy conditions are made even fiercer with gusty winds. One can expect Lawrence's January weather to be typically cold, with more snowfall seen compared to any other time of the year. The skies over Lawrence exhibit a beautiful winter scene, bathed in about 9.8 hours of daylight a day. The dreary weather, however, gives an excuse to retreat indoors and enjoy a comforting hot drink.

Temperature

January, with an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Lawrence. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lawrence are January through March, May, October through December. In January, in Lawrence, Kansas, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Lawrence is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Lawrence?

Lawrence's January weather, with an average high temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is January in Lawrence?

The high-temperature in Lawrence, Kansas, during January is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lawrence?

In January, the average relative humidity in Lawrence, Kansas, is 73%.

What is the driest month in Lawrence?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Lawrence, Kansas. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Lawrence?

In January, in Lawrence, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lawrence in January?

In January, in Lawrence, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Lawrence, the average day length in January is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Lawrence?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lawrence?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lawrence?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lawrence?

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 Lawrence?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lawrence, KS

Average temperature in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Lawrence, KS

Average pressure in January - Lawrence, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Lawrence, KS

Average wind speed in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Lawrence, KS

Average humidity in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lawrence, KS

Average rainfall in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
Lawrence, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lawrence, KS

Average snowfall in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.02"

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

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Average snowfall days in January
Lawrence, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 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
Lawrence, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lawrence, 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: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lawrence, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lawrence, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Lawrence, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Lawrence, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Lawrence, KS

Average visibility in January - Lawrence, 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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