January weather forecast
Cedar Falls, IA

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Weather in January

Cold weather dominates Cedar Falls, Iowa, during the January. Ice, snow, and freezing temps are the hallmarks of this month. Forecast notes low temperatures reaching 12°F (-11.1°C), along with the highest snowfall of 4.72" (120mm), creating a picturesque winter setting. From day to day, residents bundle up against consistent chill and cope with icy conditions. Such a weather pattern sees indoor activities becoming a favoured and a common choice.

Temperature

In Cedar Falls, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Cedar Falls is January, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Cedar Falls.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

How cold is January?

Cedar Falls in January has an average high-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Cedar Falls, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cedar Falls, in January, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Cedar Falls, the average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cedar Falls?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Falls have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Cedar Falls, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average temperature in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average pressure in January - Cedar Falls, 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
Cedar Falls, IA

Average wind speed in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

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
Cedar Falls, IA

Average humidity in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cedar Falls, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average UV index in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average visibility in January - Cedar Falls, 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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