January weather forecast
Chelsea, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Chelsea, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and max 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Chelsea's January weather, with an average high temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average low temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Chelsea.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January stands out as Chelsea's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and a low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chelsea during January are 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Chelsea, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Chelsea, Iowa, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Chelsea, in January, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chelsea have in January?

In Chelsea, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chelsea have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Chelsea, IA

Average temperature in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Chelsea, IA

Average pressure in January - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, IA

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

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
Chelsea, IA

Average humidity in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Chelsea, IA

Average rainfall in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Chelsea, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chelsea, IA

Average snowfall in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chelsea, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chelsea, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Chelsea, IA

Average UV index in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Chelsea, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Chelsea, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Chelsea, IA

Average visibility in January - Chelsea, 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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