January weather forecast
Muscatine, IA

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Weather in January

Weather in Muscatine, Iowa, starts the calendar with the chill of winter. Snowfall and low temperatures are prevalent, with the coldest days reaching lows of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) and snowfall reaching nearly 5" (127mm). This is the time of the year where daylight is shortest, often lost to cloud cover. Conditions can be further intensified by winds which could pose certain challenges for outdoor activities.

Temperature

In Muscatine, Iowa, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Muscatine, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Muscatine, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 28.4°F (-2°C) and 16.3°F (-8.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Muscatine, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Muscatine have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Muscatine have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Muscatine, IA

Average temperature in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°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 (16.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Muscatine, IA

Average pressure in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Muscatine, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Muscatine, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Muscatine, IA

Average rainfall in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Muscatine, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Muscatine, IA

Average snowfall in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Muscatine, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Muscatine, IA

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

Average sunshine days in January
Muscatine, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Muscatine, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Muscatine, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Muscatine, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Muscatine, IA

Average visibility in January - Muscatine, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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