January weather forecast
Elk Run Heights, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Elk Run Heights, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12°F (-11.1°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

In Elk Run Heights, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and reaching a low of 12°F (-11.1°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 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Elk Run Heights, Iowa, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Elk Run Heights, records 24.3°F (-4.3°C), while the low-temperature is 12°F (-11.1°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?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Elk Run Heights, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Elk Run Heights, in January, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elk Run Heights have in January?

In Elk Run Heights, the average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 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?

The month with the least sunshine in Elk Run Heights is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Run Heights have in January?

In Elk Run Heights, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Elk Run Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average temperature in January - Elk Run Heights, 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°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°F).

Average pressure in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average pressure in January - Elk Run Heights, 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
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average wind speed in January - Elk Run Heights, 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 August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average humidity in January - Elk Run Heights, 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
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average rainfall in January - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average snowfall in January - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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 Run Heights, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk Run Heights, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Elk Run Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Elk Run Heights, IA

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

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

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