January weather forecast
Crystal Lake, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Crystal Lake, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Crystal Lake experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Crystal Lake, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.6 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Crystal Lake, Iowa, in January, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Crystal Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Crystal Lake, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Crystal Lake's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) to a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.6 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Crystal Lake?

In Crystal Lake, during January, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 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 Crystal Lake.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°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 (9.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average pressure in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average wind speed in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average humidity in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average rainfall in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average snowfall in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Crystal Lake, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Crystal Lake, IA

Average UV index in January - Crystal Lake, 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
Crystal Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Crystal Lake, 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
Crystal Lake, IA

Average visibility in January - Crystal Lake, 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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