January weather forecast
Cambridge, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Cambridge, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Cambridge. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cambridge, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, in Cambridge, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is it in Cambridge in January?

January temperatures in Cambridge vary between a high-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) and a low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Cambridge?

January is the most humid month in Cambridge, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Cambridge?

The average relative humidity in January in Cambridge, Iowa, is 84%.

What is the driest month in Cambridge?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Cambridge?

In January, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Cambridge?

In January, in Cambridge, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout January, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cambridge have in January?

The average day length in January in Cambridge is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cambridge?

On the first day of January in Cambridge, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cambridge?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Cambridge, Iowa, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in January?

In Cambridge, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cambridge?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Cambridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Cambridge, IA

Average temperature in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Cambridge, IA

Average pressure in January - Cambridge, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cambridge, IA

Average wind speed in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Cambridge, IA

Average humidity in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Cambridge, IA

Average rainfall in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Cambridge, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cambridge, IA

Average snowfall in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cambridge, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cambridge, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Cambridge, IA

Average UV index in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Cambridge, IA

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

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

Average visibility in January
Cambridge, IA

Average visibility in January - Cambridge, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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