January weather forecast
Otis, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Otis, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a minimum average of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Otis are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Otis, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Otis, in January, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Otis, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Otis have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Otis have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Otis?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Otis, IA

Average temperature in January - Otis, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Otis, IA

Average pressure in January - Otis, 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
Otis, IA

Average wind speed in January - Otis, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Otis, IA

Average humidity in January - Otis, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Otis, IA

Average rainfall in January - Otis, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Otis, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Otis, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Otis, IA

Average snowfall in January - Otis, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Otis, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Otis, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Otis, IA

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Otis, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Otis, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Otis, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Otis, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Otis, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Otis, IA

Average visibility in January - Otis, 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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