January weather forecast
Ellsworth, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ellsworth, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Ellsworth is January, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, in Ellsworth, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout January, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ellsworth, Iowa, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ellsworth, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, in Ellsworth, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ellsworth, Iowa, is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ellsworth are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Ellsworth?

In Ellsworth, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 25.5°F (-3.6°C) at the peak and 12.9°F (-10.6°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in Ellsworth in January?

In January, in Ellsworth, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Ellsworth?

The most humid month in Ellsworth, Iowa, is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ellsworth?

The average relative humidity in January in Ellsworth is 85%.

What is the driest month in Ellsworth?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ellsworth in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ellsworth in January?

In Ellsworth, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ellsworth have in January?

In Ellsworth, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ellsworth?

On the first day of January in Ellsworth, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ellsworth?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellsworth have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Ellsworth is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ellsworth?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ellsworth are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ellsworth?

In Ellsworth, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average temperature in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average pressure in January - Ellsworth, 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
Ellsworth, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average humidity in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average rainfall in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average snowfall in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ellsworth, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average UV index in January - Ellsworth, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Ellsworth, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Ellsworth, IA

Average visibility in January - Ellsworth, 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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