January weather forecast
Emporia, KS

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Weather in January

Severe winter weather defines January as record-breaking cold temperatures are felt in Emporia, Kansas. Paired with an average high temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), inhabitants often experience biting cold and frosty conditions. This marks January as the joint coldest month alongside December. Snowfall also commonly occurs, making the city a true winter wonderland. The relatively low number of daylight hours also adds to the overall chilliness of this month.

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), is recognized as the coldest in Emporia, Kansas.

Humidity

In Emporia, Kansas, the average relative humidity in January is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Emporia is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Emporia, Kansas, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Emporia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of January in Emporia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Emporia are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Emporia?

Emporia's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Is it cold in Emporia during January?

In Emporia, in January, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Emporia?

In Emporia, Kansas, the average relative humidity in January is 70%.

What is the driest month in Emporia?

The month with the least rainfall in Emporia, Kansas, is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Emporia?

In Emporia, Kansas, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Emporia in January?

In Emporia, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Emporia?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Emporia, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Emporia?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Emporia.

How many hours of sunshine does Emporia have in January?

In Emporia, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Emporia?

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

Average temperature in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Emporia, KS

Average pressure in January - Emporia, 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
Emporia, KS

Average wind speed in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Emporia, KS

Average humidity in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in January
Emporia, KS

Average rainfall in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in January
Emporia, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Emporia, KS

Average snowfall in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Emporia, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 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
Emporia, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Emporia, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Emporia, KS

Average UV index in January - Emporia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Emporia, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Emporia, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Emporia, KS

Average visibility in January - Emporia, 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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