January weather forecast
Bethesda, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Bethesda, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and lows of 17.2°F (-8.2°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Bethesda, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.9 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bethesda, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

How cold is it in Bethesda in January?

Bethesda in January has an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Bethesda, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Bethesda, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Bethesda, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Bethesda, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethesda have in January?

In Bethesda, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Bethesda are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January 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 temperature in January
Bethesda, IA

Average temperature in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Bethesda, IA

Average pressure in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bethesda, IA

Average wind speed in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Bethesda, IA

Average humidity in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Bethesda, IA

Average rainfall in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Bethesda, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bethesda, IA

Average snowfall in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bethesda, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bethesda, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bethesda, IA
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bethesda, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Bethesda, IA

Average UV index in January - Bethesda, IA
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Bethesda, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Bethesda, IA

Average visibility in January - Bethesda, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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