Kentucky (Louisville)
January
Weather in Kentucky for January 2026
Your guide to Kentucky weather in January - trends and predictions
Kentucky typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 10 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Kentucky at the beginning of January is 6.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 6.9 °F by the end of January.
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10
Dry days
11
Rainy days
10
Snow days
4°/-2°
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18 km/h
Avg max wind
77 %
Avg humidity
Kentucky Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  7° | 2  9° | 3 9° | ||||
| 4  7° | 5 5° | 6 4° | 7 3° | 8 3° | 9 7° | 10 5° |
| 11  6° | 12 9° | 13 2° | 14  -1° | 15 -1° | 16 2° | 17 5° |
| 18 5° | 19 4° | 20 -2° | 21 -1° | 22 0° | 23 3° | 24 6° |
| 25  8° | 26 6° | 27 7° | 28 8° | 29  8° | 30 5° | 31 6° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Kentucky
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Overcast | 9° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | 9° /4° | 12.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 13.9 mm | 5.7 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Partly cloudy | 4° /-1° | 26.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | 3° /-5° | 0.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-5° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Overcast | 7° /-3° | 9.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Overcast | 5° /-3° | 5.3 mm | 3.4 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Moderate rain at times | 6° /0° | 1.8 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /-1° | 15.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Sunny | -1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Sunny | -1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Moderate rain at times | 2° /-6° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-2° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-2° | 7.8 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-5° | 3.9 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Overcast | -2° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Sunny | -1° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 0° /-7° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 4.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light freezing rain | 8° /1° | 4 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light freezing rain | 6° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Overcast | 7° /-1° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Heavy rain at times | 8° /1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Light freezing rain | 5° /-1° | 16.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Light freezing rain | 6° /0° | 8.9 mm | 1.4 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Kentucky in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Kentucky forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Kentucky in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Kentucky during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 4° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Kentucky during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 152.5 mm is expected in Kentucky during January, occurring over more than 11 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Kentucky in January 2026?
Kentucky experiences an average snowfall of 14.31 cm during January, occurring over 10 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Kentucky during January?
The average wind speed in Kentucky during January is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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