January weather forecast
Charles City, IA

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Weather in January

January weather in Charles City, Iowa is typified by cold and snowy conditions, making it the deepest winter month. There’s an evident shift from the previous December as both the maximum and minimum temperatures register notable drops to 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) respectively. Wintry precipitation dominates, coating the city in snowfall averaging 5.55" (141mm), thus ensuring snow lovers have a great time. There's a noticeable increase in cloud cover, further setting the stage for the chilly wintertime. The cold month of January ushers Iowa into the new year with charm.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Charles City, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.5 snowfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Charles City, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the month when Charles City experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Charles City experiences an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Charles City?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Charles City.

How many hours of sunshine does Charles City have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Charles City, IA

Average pressure in January - Charles City, 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
Charles City, IA

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

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

Average humidity in January
Charles City, IA

Average humidity in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Charles City, IA

Average rainfall in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Charles City, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Charles City, IA

Average snowfall in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Charles City, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Charles City, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Charles City, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Charles City, IA

Average UV index in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Charles City, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Charles City, IA

Average visibility in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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