January weather forecast
Riverton, KS

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Riverton, Kansas, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.2°F (6.2°C) and min 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Riverton's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Riverton, Kansas, is 71%.

Rainfall

In January, in Riverton, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riverton, Kansas, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riverton, Kansas, are January through March, May, November and December. In Riverton, in January, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riverton, Kansas, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Riverton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Riverton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into 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. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Riverton?

January is the coldest month of the year in Riverton, registering average temperatures as high as 43.2°F (6.2°C) and as low as 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

How cold does it get in Riverton in January?

During January, Riverton experiences an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Riverton?

In Riverton, Kansas, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

How much does it rain in Riverton in January?

In Riverton, in January, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Riverton in January?

In Riverton, during January, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Riverton, Kansas, is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Riverton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Riverton, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Riverton?

The month with the least sunshine in Riverton is January, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Riverton?

The average sunshine duration in January in Riverton, Kansas, is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Riverton?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Riverton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Riverton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Riverton, KS

Average temperature in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.2°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 (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Riverton, KS

Average pressure in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Riverton, KS

Average wind speed in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Riverton, KS

Average humidity in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Riverton, KS

Average rainfall in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in January
Riverton, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Riverton, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Riverton, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Riverton, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Riverton, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Riverton, KS

Average UV index in January - Riverton, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Riverton, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Riverton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Riverton, KS

Average visibility in January - Riverton, 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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