January weather forecast
Griffen, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Griffen, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

In Griffen, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Griffen, in January, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Griffen, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Griffen, 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 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Griffen, in January, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Griffen, in January, during 10.9 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Griffen have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Griffen?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Griffen 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Griffen, IA

Average temperature in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Griffen, IA

Average pressure in January - Griffen, 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
Griffen, IA

Average wind speed in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

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

Average humidity in January
Griffen, IA

Average humidity in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Griffen, IA

Average rainfall in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Griffen, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Griffen, IA

Average snowfall in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Griffen, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Griffen, 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 0min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Griffen, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Griffen, IA

Average UV index in January - Griffen, 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
Griffen, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Griffen, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Griffen, IA

Average visibility in January - Griffen, 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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