January weather forecast
Columbus City, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Columbus City, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low-temperature average of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Columbus City is 82%.

Rainfall

In Columbus City, during January, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In Columbus City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.9 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Columbus City. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Columbus City is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, in Columbus City, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbus City. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Columbus City?

January, with its average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Columbus City.

How cold is January in Columbus City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Columbus City, Iowa, during January are 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Columbus City?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Columbus City?

In Columbus City, during January, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Columbus City?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Columbus City?

In Columbus City, during January, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus City have in January?

The average day length in January in Columbus City is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Columbus City?

On the first day of January in Columbus City, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Columbus City?

The months with the least sunshine in Columbus City are January and February, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

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

In January, the average sunshine duration in Columbus City is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Columbus City?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbus City.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Columbus City?

In Columbus City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Columbus City, IA

Average temperature in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Columbus City, IA

Average pressure in January - Columbus 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Columbus City, IA

Average wind speed in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Columbus City, IA

Average humidity in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Columbus City, IA

Average rainfall in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Columbus City, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Columbus City, IA

Average snowfall in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Columbus City, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Columbus City, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Columbus City, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Columbus City, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Columbus City, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Columbus City, IA

Average visibility in January - Columbus City, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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