January weather forecast
Carbon, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Carbon, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

Carbon, Iowa, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Carbon, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carbon, there are 115.1 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Carbon, Iowa, is January, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Carbon. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Carbon?

With average high temperatures of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and lows of 16°F (-8.9°C), January is the coldest month in Carbon.

How cold is it in Carbon in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Carbon, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Carbon?

January and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Carbon.

What is the average humidity in January in Carbon?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Carbon?

In Carbon, Iowa, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Carbon?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Carbon. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Carbon in January?

In Carbon, in January, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carbon have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Carbon?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carbon?

The month with the least sunshine in Carbon, Iowa, is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Carbon?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Carbon, Iowa, is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Carbon?

The month with the lowest UV index in Carbon, Iowa, is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Carbon?

In Carbon, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Carbon, IA

Average temperature in January - Carbon, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Carbon, IA

Average pressure in January - Carbon, 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
Carbon, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Carbon, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Carbon, IA

Average rainfall in January - Carbon, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Carbon, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Carbon, IA

Average snowfall in January - Carbon, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Carbon, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Carbon, IA
  • 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
Carbon, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carbon, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Carbon, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Carbon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Carbon, IA

Average UV index in January - Carbon, 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
Carbon, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Carbon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Carbon, IA

Average visibility in January - Carbon, 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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