January weather forecast
Goose Lake, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Goose Lake, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at the peak and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

How cold is January?

During January, Goose Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Goose Lake, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Goose Lake have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Goose Lake, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Goose Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average temperature in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.4°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average pressure in January - Goose Lake, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average wind speed in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average humidity in January - Goose Lake, 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
Goose Lake, IA

Average rainfall in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average snowfall in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Goose Lake, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Goose Lake, 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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average sunshine days in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average UV index in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Goose Lake, IA

Average visibility in January - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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