January weather forecast
Fontanelle, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fontanelle, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Fontanelle witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fontanelle, in January, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Fontanelle?

Fontanelle experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

How cold is January?

In Fontanelle, 28.4°F (-2°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

January, February and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Fontanelle.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Fontanelle, during January, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Fontanelle, in January, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average temperature in January - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average pressure in January - Fontanelle, 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
Fontanelle, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average humidity in January - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall in January - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average snowfall in January - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fontanelle, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Fontanelle, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Fontanelle, 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 September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Fontanelle, IA

Average visibility in January - Fontanelle, 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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