January weather forecast
Lansing, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lansing, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and min 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average low temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Lansing is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lansing, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow. In Lansing, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.7 days and aggregates up to 24.88" (632mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lansing is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, in Lansing, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Lansing is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Lansing?

In Lansing, Iowa, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

How cold is it in Lansing in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Lansing, is 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Lansing?

The months with the highest humidity in Lansing are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Lansing?

In Lansing, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Lansing?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Lansing, Iowa. Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lansing in January?

In January, in Lansing, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Lansing?

In Lansing, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lansing?

On the first day of January in Lansing, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lansing?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lansing have in January?

In Lansing, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lansing?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Lansing?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lansing is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lansing, IA

Average temperature in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Lansing, IA

Average pressure in January - Lansing, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lansing, IA

Average wind speed in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Lansing, IA

Average humidity in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Lansing, IA

Average rainfall in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Lansing, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lansing, IA

Average snowfall in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lansing, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Lansing, 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
Lansing, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lansing, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lansing, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Lansing, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Lansing, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Lansing, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Lansing, IA

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

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

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