January weather forecast
Meriden, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Meriden, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12°F (-11.1°C) and an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

In Meriden, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, having an average high-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Meriden, is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Meriden is 86%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Meriden, in January, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Meriden, in January, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Meriden have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January
Meriden, IA

Average temperature in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in January
Meriden, IA

Average pressure in January - Meriden, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Meriden, IA

Average wind speed in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Meriden, IA

Average humidity in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Meriden, IA

Average rainfall in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Meriden, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Meriden, IA

Average snowfall in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Meriden, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Meriden, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Meriden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Meriden, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Meriden, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Meriden, IA

Average visibility in January - Meriden, 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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