January weather forecast
Altona, IN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Altona, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) respectively, January is Altona's coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Altona are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Altona, during January, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Altona, there are 54.1 snowfall days, and 13.43" (341mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Altona is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January in Altona, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Altona is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Altona?

Altona's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January in Altona?

January temperatures in Altona vary between a high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Altona?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Altona.

What is the average humidity in January in Altona?

In January, the average relative humidity in Altona is 85%.

What is the driest month in Altona?

January and December are months with the least rain in Altona, Indiana, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Altona?

In Altona, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Altona in January?

In Altona, in January, during 15.1 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Altona have in January?

In January, the average day length in Altona is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Altona?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Altona, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altona?

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Altona, Indiana.

How many hours of sunshine does Altona have in January?

In Altona, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

How high is the UV index in January in Altona?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Altona, IN

Average temperature in January - Altona, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Altona, IN

Average pressure in January - Altona, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Altona, IN

Average wind speed in January - Altona, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Altona, IN

Average humidity in January - Altona, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Altona, IN

Average rainfall in January - Altona, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Altona, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Altona, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Altona, IN

Average snowfall in January - Altona, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Altona, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Altona, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Altona, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Altona, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Altona, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Altona, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Altona, IN

Average UV index in January - Altona, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Altona, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Altona, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Altona, IN

Average visibility in January - Altona, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August and September (5mi).

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