January weather forecast
Carthage, MO

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Carthage, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

In Carthage, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Carthage, Missouri, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.8 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carthage, in January, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Carthage is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carthage are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Carthage?

January stands out as Carthage's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

How cold is it in Carthage in January?

Carthage in January has an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Carthage?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Carthage?

In Carthage, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carthage in January?

In Carthage, Missouri, during January, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in Carthage is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Carthage?

On the first day of January in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carthage?

The month with the least sunshine in Carthage is January, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Carthage?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Carthage, Missouri, is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Carthage?

In Carthage, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Carthage, MO

Average temperature in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Carthage, MO

Average pressure in January - Carthage, MO
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Carthage, MO

Average wind speed in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Carthage, MO

Average humidity in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Carthage, MO

Average rainfall in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in January
Carthage, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Carthage, MO

Average snowfall in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Carthage, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
Carthage, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carthage, MO
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Carthage, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Carthage, MO

Average UV index in January - Carthage, MO
  • 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
Carthage, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Carthage, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Carthage, MO

Average visibility in January - Carthage, MO
  • 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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