January weather forecast
Covington, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Covington, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Covington, Iowa. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Covington, Iowa, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January in Covington, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Covington?

January brings the lowest temperatures in Covington, Iowa, with an average high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

How cold is January in Covington?

During January, Covington experiences an average high-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Covington?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Covington?

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

What is the driest month in Covington?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Covington?

In Covington, Iowa, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Covington?

The month with the most snowfall in Covington is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Covington in January?

In Covington, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Covington?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Covington?

On the first day of January in Covington, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Covington?

The month with the least sunshine in Covington is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Covington have in January?

In Covington, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Covington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Covington?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Covington, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Covington, IA

Average temperature in January - Covington, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Covington, IA

Average pressure in January - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Covington, IA

Average humidity in January - Covington, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Covington, IA

Average rainfall in January - Covington, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Covington, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Covington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Covington, IA

Average snowfall in January - Covington, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Covington, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Covington, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Covington, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Covington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Covington, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Covington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Covington, IA

Average UV index in January - Covington, 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
Covington, IA

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

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

Average visibility in January
Covington, IA

Average visibility in January - Covington, 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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