January weather forecast
Elk Horn, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Elk Horn, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Elk Horn's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average low temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The most humid month in Elk Horn is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Elk Horn. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk Horn, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Elk Horn, Iowa, in January, during 10 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elk Horn, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 12.72" (323mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elk Horn are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Elk Horn?

Elk Horn reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 27.5°F (-2.5°C) at the peak and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in Elk Horn in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elk Horn, Iowa, during January are 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Elk Horn?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Elk Horn?

The average relative humidity in January in Elk Horn is 83%.

What is the driest month in Elk Horn?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.6 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Elk Horn?

In Elk Horn, Iowa, in January, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Elk Horn?

In Elk Horn, Iowa, in January, during 10 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Elk Horn?

The average day length in January in Elk Horn is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Elk Horn?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elk Horn?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Elk Horn, Iowa.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elk Horn?

In Elk Horn, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elk Horn?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk Horn.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Elk Horn?

In Elk Horn, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average temperature in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average pressure in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average wind speed in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average humidity in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average rainfall in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average snowfall in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk Horn, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average UV index in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Elk Horn, IA

Average visibility in January - Elk Horn, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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