January weather forecast
Plato, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Plato, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Plato sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In Plato, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically collects 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plato are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Plato's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and lows of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Plato, during January, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Plato?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Plato, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Plato have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 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 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Plato have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. 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
Plato, IA

Average temperature in January - Plato, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°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 (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Plato, IA

Average pressure in January - Plato, 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
Plato, IA

Average wind speed in January - Plato, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Plato, IA

Average humidity in January - Plato, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Plato, IA

Average rainfall in January - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Plato, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Plato, IA

Average snowfall in January - Plato, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Plato, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Plato, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Plato, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Plato, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Plato, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Plato, IA

Average UV index in January - Plato, 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
Plato, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Plato, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Plato, IA

Average visibility in January - Plato, 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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