January weather forecastColumbia, MO
January
Weather in January
January is the midpoint of winter in Columbia, Missouri, with chilly weather being the norm and little variation in these conditions as it transitions from December. The city experiences its coldest month, with the lowest temperatures falling as much as 23°F (-5°C). Occasional snowfall and overcast conditions add to the wintery landscape, making this month serene and decidedly frosty. Almost half of the month remains cloudy with diminished daylight hours. Despite January's winter chill, the city's ambiance and classic midwestern charm add a unique warmth.Temperature
January is the month when Columbia sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low of 23°F (-5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Columbia is 76%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Columbia. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.Daylight
In Columbia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, 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 UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Columbia, MO
- Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 23°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in January
Columbia, MO
- 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Columbia, MO
- Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Columbia, MO
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Columbia, MO
- Average rainfall in January: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in January
Columbia, MO
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Columbia, MO
- Average snowfall in January: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Columbia, MO
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Columbia, MO
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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: 4h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Columbia, MO
- Average sunshine days in January: 23.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Columbia, MO
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Columbia, MO
- Average cloud cover in January: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Columbia, 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).
