January weather forecast
Topeka, KS

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Weather in January

January in Topeka, Kansas, USA brings the coldest month of the year. Snowfall is expected, with 1.42" (36mm) on average, and the month contains mostly cloudy days. The high humidity level, with a mean of 72%, contributes to a chilling sensation. As daylight hours only reach 9.8 hours, these winter days are distinctively short. A brisk wind is also typically present, complemented by temperatures that usually range from 22.6°F (-5.2°C) to 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Topeka's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Topeka. In Topeka, in January, during 4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.5 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Topeka is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.4h 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Topeka?

Topeka, Kansas, experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a minimum of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is it in Topeka in January?

January temperatures in Topeka vary between a high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Topeka?

In Topeka, Kansas, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month in Topeka?

The month with the least rainfall in Topeka is January, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Topeka in January?

In Topeka, during January, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Topeka?

In January, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Topeka have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Topeka?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Topeka?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Topeka, Kansas, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Topeka have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Topeka?

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 Topeka?

In Topeka, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Topeka, KS

Average temperature in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Topeka, KS

Average pressure in January - Topeka, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Topeka, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Topeka, KS

Average humidity in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Topeka, KS

Average rainfall in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Topeka, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Topeka, KS

Average snowfall in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Topeka, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Topeka, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Topeka, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Topeka, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Topeka, KS

Average UV index in January - Topeka, 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
Topeka, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Topeka, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in January
Topeka, KS

Average visibility in January - Topeka, 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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