January weather forecast
Dunkerton, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dunkerton, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

January is Dunkerton's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and lows of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, in Dunkerton, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Dunkerton.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Dunkerton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Dunkerton?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

How cold is January in Dunkerton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dunkerton, Iowa, during January are 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Dunkerton?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Dunkerton, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in January in Dunkerton?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the driest month in Dunkerton?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Dunkerton in January?

In Dunkerton, Iowa, in January, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dunkerton?

The month with the most snowfall in Dunkerton is January, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Dunkerton?

In Dunkerton, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dunkerton have in January?

The average day length in January in Dunkerton, Iowa, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dunkerton?

On the first day of January in Dunkerton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dunkerton?

The month with the least sunshine in Dunkerton is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunkerton have in January?

In Dunkerton, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dunkerton?

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 Dunkerton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average temperature in January - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average pressure in January - Dunkerton, 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
Dunkerton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average humidity in January - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average rainfall in January - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.88").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average snowfall in January - Dunkerton, 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
Dunkerton, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average UV index in January - Dunkerton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Dunkerton, IA

Average visibility in January - Dunkerton, 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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