January weather forecast
Elkader, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Elkader, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 10.9°F (-11.7°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

Elkader's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and lows of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Elkader are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Elkader. Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Elkader. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Elkader is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Elkader is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elkader, Iowa, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Elkader?

January is the month when Elkader sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

How cold is it in Elkader in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Elkader, is 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Elkader?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months in Elkader, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in January in Elkader?

In Elkader, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Elkader?

The month with the least rainfall in Elkader, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Elkader in January?

In Elkader, Iowa, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Elkader?

The month with the most snowfall in Elkader is January, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Elkader in January?

In January, in Elkader, Iowa, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout January, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Elkader?

In Elkader, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Elkader?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkader, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elkader?

The month with the least sunshine in Elkader, Iowa, is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkader have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elkader?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Elkader?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elkader, IA

Average temperature in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.5°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 (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Elkader, IA

Average pressure in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elkader, IA

Average wind speed in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Elkader, IA

Average humidity in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Elkader, IA

Average rainfall in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Elkader, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elkader, IA

Average snowfall in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elkader, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elkader, 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 August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elkader, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Elkader, IA

Average UV index in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Elkader, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Elkader, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Elkader, IA

Average visibility in January - Elkader, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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