January weather forecastOzark, MO

January

Weather in January

January brings cold conditions to Ozark, Missouri. The New Year starts with the lowest temperatures of all months, as the mercury drops to 26.4°F (-3.1°C) at its coldest and rarely rises beyond 41.9°F (5.5°C). Compared to February, January has a similar amount of daylight and sunshine hours but more snowfall, making it a characteristic winter month. The city experiences very few sunny days, contributing to the heightened relative humidity during this time frame. The overall climate has a wintry feel with snow-laden landscapes and a considerable number of overcast days.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Ozark is January, when snow falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ozark is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

In Ozark, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

In Ozark, in January, during 5.1 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in January: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Ozark, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average snowfall in January: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.1 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).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ozark, 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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Ozark, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Ozark, MO

  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Ozark, 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).