January weather forecast
Orson, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Orson, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orson, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Orson, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 13.23" (336mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Orson, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Orson experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Orson, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Orson, Iowa, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:37 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 many hours of sunshine does Orson have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

What is the month 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 intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability 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
Orson, IA

Average temperature in January - Orson, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Orson, IA

Average pressure in January - Orson, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Orson, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Orson, IA

Average humidity in January - Orson, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Orson, IA

Average rainfall in January - Orson, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Orson, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Orson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Orson, IA

Average snowfall in January - Orson, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Orson, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Orson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Orson, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Orson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Orson, IA

Average UV index in January - Orson, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Orson, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Orson, 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 25).

Average visibility in January
Orson, IA

Average visibility in January - Orson, 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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