January weather forecast
Ely, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ely, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Ely?

Ely's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Ely, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ely have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ely?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Ely, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ely, IA

Average temperature in January - Ely, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Ely, IA

Average pressure in January - Ely, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ely, IA

Average wind speed in January - Ely, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Ely, IA

Average humidity in January - Ely, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Ely, IA

Average rainfall in January - Ely, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Ely, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ely, IA

Average snowfall in January - Ely, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ely, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Ely, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ely, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Ely, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Ely, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Ely, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Ely, IA

Average visibility in January - Ely, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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