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Kansas City weather in January (Missouri, United States of America)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Kansas City during January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Kansas City generally includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is part of the winter season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 5°C, cooling down at night to around -6°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Kansas City in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Climate data suggests that about 5 days will experience snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 181 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kansas City. May, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kansas City climate page with graphs.

 

Kansas City, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 21 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 67%  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61%  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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