January weather forecast
Luther, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Luther, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and min 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Luther experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Luther, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and reaching a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Luther, is 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Luther, in January, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Luther, IA

Average temperature in January - Luther, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Luther, IA

Average pressure in January - Luther, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Luther, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Luther, IA

Average humidity in January - Luther, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Luther, IA

Average rainfall in January - Luther, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Luther, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Luther, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Luther, IA

Average snowfall in January - Luther, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Luther, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Luther, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Luther, 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 12min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Luther, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Luther, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Luther, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Luther, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Luther, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Luther, IA

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

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

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