January weather forecast
Montrose, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Montrose, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 31.3°F (-0.4°C) at the peak and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) at the low.

Humidity

In Montrose, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.8 days and typically collects 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Montrose?

January, having an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Montrose, is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Montrose, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.8 days and typically collects 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Montrose?

In Montrose, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Montrose, in January, during 10.6 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Montrose, the average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Montrose have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Montrose, IA

Average temperature in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Montrose, IA

Average pressure in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Montrose, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Montrose, IA

Average humidity in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Montrose, IA

Average rainfall in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Montrose, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Montrose, IA

Average snowfall in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Montrose, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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
Montrose, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Montrose, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Montrose, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Montrose, IA

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

Average visibility in January
Montrose, IA

Average visibility in January - Montrose, 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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