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Lawrence weather in January (Kansas, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Lawrence in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Lawrence typically experiences low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 5°C. But by evening, they drop to around -8°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Lawrence in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 15 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The city usually sees around 176 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lawrence. October typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lawrence, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 15 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 176 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
* Data from: Topeka, the United States of America (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather 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 Lawrence in January?

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 in January.

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

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