January weather forecast
Herndon, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Herndon, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Herndon, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Herndon?

Herndon's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Herndon, records 26.8°F (-2.9°C), while the low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Herndon?

In Herndon, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Herndon, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Herndon, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Herndon is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Herndon, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Herndon, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Herndon, IA

Average pressure in January - Herndon, 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
Herndon, IA

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

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
Herndon, IA

Average humidity in January - Herndon, 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
Herndon, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Herndon, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Herndon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Herndon, IA

Average snowfall in January - Herndon, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Herndon, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Herndon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Herndon, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Herndon, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Herndon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Herndon, IA

Average UV index in January - Herndon, 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
Herndon, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Herndon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Herndon, IA

Average visibility in January - Herndon, 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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