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

Interested in knowing the climate of Wichita in January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Wichita generally includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 7°C, while nights can cool down to about -6°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Wichita in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 10 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Expect around 4 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 192 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wichita, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 13%  

Precipitation 10 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 70%  

Sunshine 192 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 62%  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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