January weather forecast
Birmingham, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Birmingham, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Birmingham is 81%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Birmingham when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Birmingham are January and February, with an average 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Birmingham, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Birmingham, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Birmingham?

Birmingham's January weather, with an average high temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is it in Birmingham in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Birmingham during January are 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Birmingham?

In January, the average relative humidity in Birmingham, Iowa, is 81%.

What is the driest month in Birmingham?

January and December are months with the least rain in Birmingham, Iowa, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, Iowa, in January, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Birmingham?

The months with the most snowfall in Birmingham are January and February, with an average 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Birmingham?

In January, in Birmingham, Iowa, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Birmingham?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Birmingham, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Birmingham?

The month with the least sunshine in Birmingham, Iowa, is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Birmingham?

The average sunshine duration in January in Birmingham, Iowa, is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Birmingham?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Birmingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Birmingham, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Birmingham, IA

Average temperature in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Birmingham, IA

Average pressure in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Birmingham, IA

Average wind speed in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Birmingham, IA

Average humidity in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Birmingham, IA

Average rainfall in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Birmingham, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Birmingham, IA

Average snowfall in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.33"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Birmingham, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Birmingham, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Birmingham, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Birmingham, IA

Average UV index in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Birmingham, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Birmingham, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Birmingham, IA

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

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

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