Monthly climate guide
Tulsa weather in January
With highs near 9°C (47°F) and lows around -2°C (28°F), January feels cool in Tulsa. Rainfall averages about 39 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- In Tulsa, January is mid-winter.
- Pack for frost — nights average -2°C in January.
- Rain is well below Tulsa's usual level (around 54% less).
- Just 210 km apart, but Tulsa runs about 2°C warmer than Wichita this month.
January is typically Tulsa's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
9°C
47°F
Avg low
-2°C
28°F
Rainfall
39 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
74%
relative
Sky
50%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Tulsa weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 47°F | -2°C / 28°F | 39 mm | 74% | 50% |
| February | 11°C / 51°F | -1°C / 31°F | 49 mm | 75% | 58% |
| March | 17°C / 63°F | 5°C / 40°F | 73 mm | 73% | 57% |
| April | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 49°F | 120 mm | 72% | 58% |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 156 mm | 76% | 57% |
| June | 32°C / 89°F | 21°C / 69°F | 86 mm | 71% | 44% |
| July | 35°C / 95°F | 23°C / 74°F | 96 mm | 64% | 44% |
| August | 34°C / 93°F | 22°C / 71°F | 100 mm | 64% | 45% |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 18°C / 65°F | 81 mm | 65% | 41% |
| October | 23°C / 74°F | 10°C / 51°F | 95 mm | 68% | 44% |
| November | 16°C / 61°F | 4°C / 39°F | 58 mm | 72% | 46% |
| December | 10°C / 50°F | -1°C / 31°F | 55 mm | 77% | 57% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Tulsa?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Tulsa →Other United States cities in January
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Tulsa in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Tulsa?
January is cool in Tulsa, with highs around 9°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Tulsa in January?
Average highs are about 9°C (47°F) and average lows about -2°C (28°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Tulsa in January?
Tulsa typically gets around 39 mm of rain in January — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Tulsa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.