January weather forecast
Cedar, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Cedar, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Cedar sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In Cedar, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cedar, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Cedar, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cedar, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, having an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Cedar in January?

In Cedar, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Cedar, in January, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cedar, Iowa, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cedar have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar have in January?

In Cedar, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Cedar, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cedar, IA

Average temperature in January - Cedar, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Cedar, IA

Average pressure in January - Cedar, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cedar, IA

Average wind speed in January - Cedar, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Cedar, IA

Average humidity in January - Cedar, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Cedar, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Cedar, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cedar, IA

Average snowfall in January - Cedar, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cedar, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Cedar, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cedar, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cedar, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Cedar, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Cedar, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Cedar, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Cedar, IA

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

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

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