January weather forecast
Lucas, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lucas, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

Lucas's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Lucas is 82%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lucas, during January, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Lucas, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Lucas's January weather, with an average high temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is it in Lucas in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Lucas, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Lucas is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Lucas, in January, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lucas have in January?

The average day length in January in Lucas is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lucas have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in January
Lucas, IA

Average temperature in January - Lucas, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Lucas, IA

Average pressure in January - Lucas, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lucas, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Lucas, IA

Average humidity in January - Lucas, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Lucas, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Lucas, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Lucas, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lucas, IA

Average snowfall in January - Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lucas, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lucas, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lucas, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Lucas, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Lucas, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Lucas, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Lucas, 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 and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Lucas, IA

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

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

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