January weather forecast
Kensett, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Kensett, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 9°F (-12.8°C) and max 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and lows of 9°F (-12.8°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Kensett. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, in Kensett, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout January, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kensett, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 57 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kensett is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, in Kensett, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Kensett.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kensett. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Kensett?

Kensett's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and lows of 9°F (-12.8°C).

How cold is January in Kensett?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kensett are 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 9°F (-12.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Kensett?

The most humid month in Kensett is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Kensett?

In January, the average relative humidity in Kensett is 90%.

What is the driest month in Kensett?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kensett in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kensett in January?

In Kensett, Iowa, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Kensett, the average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kensett?

On the first day of January in Kensett, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kensett?

The month with the least sunshine in Kensett is January, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kensett have in January?

In Kensett, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kensett?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Kensett?

In Kensett, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Kensett, IA

Average temperature in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in January
Kensett, IA

Average pressure in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kensett, IA

Average wind speed in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Kensett, IA

Average humidity in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Kensett, IA

Average rainfall in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Kensett, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kensett, IA

Average snowfall in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kensett, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kensett, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Kensett, IA

Average UV index in January - Kensett, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kensett, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Kensett, IA

Average visibility in January - Kensett, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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