January weather forecast
Oakland, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Oakland, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low of 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 15.6°F (-9.1°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, during January, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Oakland?

January stands out as Oakland's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 15.6°F (-9.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Oakland?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Oakland, during January, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Oakland, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Oakland, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Oakland, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.6°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 (15.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Oakland, IA

Average pressure in January - Oakland, 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
Oakland, IA

Average wind speed in January - Oakland, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

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
Oakland, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Oakland, IA

Average rainfall in January - Oakland, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Oakland, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oakland, IA

Average snowfall in January - Oakland, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oakland, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Oakland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oakland, 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 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oakland, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Oakland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Oakland, IA

Average UV index in January - Oakland, 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
Oakland, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Oakland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Oakland, IA

Average visibility in January - Oakland, 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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