January weather forecast
Houghton, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Houghton, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

Houghton's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 30.2°F (-1°C) and lows of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Houghton, in January, during 6 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Houghton, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Houghton are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Houghton is January, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, in Houghton, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Houghton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Houghton?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is January in Houghton?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Houghton are 30.2°F (-1°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Houghton?

The average relative humidity in January in Houghton is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Houghton?

In Houghton, in January, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Houghton?

The month with the most snowfall in Houghton is January, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Houghton in January?

In Houghton, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Houghton?

In Houghton, the average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Houghton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Houghton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Houghton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Houghton is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Houghton?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Houghton?

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

Average temperature in January
Houghton, IA

Average temperature in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Houghton, IA

Average pressure in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Houghton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Houghton, IA

Average humidity in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Houghton, IA

Average rainfall in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Houghton, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Houghton, IA

Average snowfall in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Houghton, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Houghton, IA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Houghton, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Houghton, IA

Average UV index in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Houghton, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Houghton, IA

Average visibility in January - Houghton, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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