January weather forecast
Colfax, IN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Colfax, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Colfax's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 32°F (0°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, in January, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Colfax. In Colfax, in January, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Colfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Colfax, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Colfax, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 32°F (0°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32°F (0°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Colfax?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Colfax, during January, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Colfax, the average day length in January is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Colfax?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Colfax is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in January
Colfax, IN

Average temperature in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Colfax, IN

Average pressure in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Colfax, IN

Average wind speed in January - Colfax, 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 (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Colfax, IN

Average humidity in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Colfax, IN

Average rainfall in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Colfax, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Colfax, IN

Average snowfall in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Colfax, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Colfax, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Colfax, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Colfax, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Colfax, IN

Average visibility in January - Colfax, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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