January weather forecast
Hopkinton, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Hopkinton, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January stands out as Hopkinton's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Hopkinton, is 25.2°F (-3.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Hopkinton, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hopkinton, in January, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hopkinton have in January?

In Hopkinton, the average day length in January is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Hopkinton is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hopkinton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Hopkinton is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average temperature in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average pressure in January - Hopkinton, 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
Hopkinton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average humidity in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average rainfall in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average snowfall in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Hopkinton, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hopkinton, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Hopkinton, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Hopkinton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Hopkinton, IA

Average visibility in January - Hopkinton, 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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