January weather forecast
Eagle Grove, IA

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Weather in January

As the new year begins in Eagle Grove, Iowa, the city enters one of its coldest periods with temperatures typically fluctuating from 11.5°F (-11.4°C) to 24.3°F (-4.3°C). This is accompanied by relative humidity measuring at 87%, which is the highest point for the year. Additionally, January experiences measurable snowfall with the city blanketed in about 4.37" (111mm). The lack of sunshine and excessive cloud cover, further add to the winter chill. The wind speeds can also escalate, making outdoor activities less feasible.

Temperature

Eagle Grove witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Eagle Grove, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow. In Eagle Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 17.44" (443mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Eagle Grove is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month 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 average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

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 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Eagle Grove, is 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in Eagle Grove?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Eagle Grove, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Eagle Grove is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Eagle Grove, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Eagle Grove, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average pressure in January - Eagle Grove, 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
Eagle Grove, IA

Average wind speed in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average humidity in January - Eagle Grove, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average rainfall in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average snowfall in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Eagle Grove, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average UV index in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Eagle Grove, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Eagle Grove, IA

Average visibility in January - Eagle Grove, 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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