January weather forecast
Belle Plaine, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Belle Plaine, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and lows at 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Belle Plaine.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Belle Plaine is January, when snow falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Belle Plaine, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, in Belle Plaine, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Belle Plaine, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Belle Plaine?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

How cold is January in Belle Plaine?

The high-temperature during January is 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and the low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Belle Plaine?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Belle Plaine?

In Belle Plaine, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month in Belle Plaine?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Belle Plaine. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Belle Plaine?

In Belle Plaine, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Belle Plaine?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Belle Plaine in January?

In Belle Plaine, during January, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Belle Plaine have in January?

In Belle Plaine, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Belle Plaine?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Belle Plaine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Belle Plaine, Iowa, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Belle Plaine?

In Belle Plaine, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Belle Plaine?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Belle Plaine?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Belle Plaine is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average temperature in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average pressure in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average wind speed in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average humidity in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average rainfall in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average snowfall in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average UV index in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Belle Plaine, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Belle Plaine, IA

Average visibility in January - Belle Plaine, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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