January weather forecast
Chariton, IA

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Weather in January

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

Temperature

January stands out as Chariton's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chariton, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Chariton, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Chariton, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Chariton, during January, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Chariton, in January, during 10.2 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chariton have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 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 Chariton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Chariton 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value 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
Chariton, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°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 (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Chariton, IA

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

Average wind speed in January
Chariton, IA

Average wind speed in January - Chariton, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Chariton, IA

Average humidity in January - Chariton, 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
Chariton, IA

Average rainfall in January - Chariton, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Chariton, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Chariton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chariton, IA

Average snowfall in January - Chariton, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chariton, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Chariton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in January
Chariton, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Chariton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Chariton, IA

Average UV index in January - Chariton, 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
Chariton, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Chariton, 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 July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Chariton, IA

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

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

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