January weather forecast
Holy Cross, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Holy Cross, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.2°F (-11°C) and max 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

In Holy Cross, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Holy Cross, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Holy Cross is January, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Holy Cross, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, in Holy Cross, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Holy Cross are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Holy Cross?

January is the month when Holy Cross sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

How cold is January in Holy Cross?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Holy Cross, is 24.3°F (-4.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the most humid month in Holy Cross?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Holy Cross, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in January in Holy Cross?

In Holy Cross, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Holy Cross?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Holy Cross?

In Holy Cross, in January, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Holy Cross?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Holy Cross?

In Holy Cross, Iowa, in January, during 14 snowfall days, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Holy Cross have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Holy Cross?

On the first day of January in Holy Cross, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Holy Cross?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Holy Cross.

How many hours of sunshine does Holy Cross have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Holy Cross, Iowa, is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Holy Cross?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Holy Cross?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Holy Cross, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average temperature in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Holy Cross, IA

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

Average wind speed in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average wind speed in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

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 (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average humidity in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average rainfall in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average snowfall in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Holy Cross, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average UV index in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Holy Cross, IA

Average visibility in January - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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