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Kansas Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kansas, the United States of America in January.

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Wichita Topeka Lawrence Olathe

Planning a trip to Kansas, the United States of America this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kansas in January

Kansas, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. January in Kansas generally has cold temperatures, with low precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Atchison to 9°C (48°F) in Liberal. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -7°C (19°F) in Liberal and -8°C (18°F) in Atchison. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To explore the conditions in Kansas, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Goodland with an average of 5.6 mm (0.2 in) to low snow/rainfall in Fort Scott with 27 mm (1.1 in). In Wichita, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Wichita sees close to 192 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Kansas by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kansas — and find the best time to visit. (based on Wichita)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May25°C (77°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September28°C (82°F) October22°C (72°F) November15°C (59°F) December7°C (45°F)
Best Time to Visit Kansas →

Best Places to Visit in Kansas in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kansas.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Kansas

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Kansas, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Kansas (January)

Precipitation variation in Kansas (January)

Wichita

In January Wichita generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
192 hours
187 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Wichita →

Topeka

In January Topeka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
176 hours
169 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Topeka →

Lawrence

In January Lawrence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
176 hours
169 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lawrence →

Olathe

In January Olathe generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
181 hours
175 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Olathe →

Kansas City

In January Kansas City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
181 hours
172 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kansas City →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kansas, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kansas in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Wichita 7°C (45°F) -6°C (21°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Topeka 5°C (41°F) -7°C (19°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Lawrence 5°C (41°F) -8°C (18°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Olathe 4°C (39°F) -7°C (19°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Kansas City 4°C (39°F) -7°C (19°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Lenexa 4°C (39°F) -7°C (19°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Kansas weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kansas, the United States of America in January?

Kansas, the United States of America typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Wichita average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kansas, the United States of America in January?

Average temperatures in Kansas, the United States of America during January range from a nighttime low near -6°C (21°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Wichita.

Does Kansas, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Kansas, the United States of America. Wichita averages only about 10 mm (0.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kansas, the United States of America?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Wichita, January may not be the ideal time to visit Kansas, the United States of America.

Generally speaking, April, September and October provide perfect weather in Wichita. On the other hand, the weather in February, July, August and December tend to be poor.

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