January weather forecast
Plymouth, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Plymouth, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 10°F (-12.2°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

Plymouth's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) to a low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout January, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plymouth, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Plymouth's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Plymouth, is 22.5°F (-5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 10°F (-12.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Plymouth?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Plymouth, in January, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Plymouth, during January, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plymouth have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Plymouth have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Plymouth?

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 Plymouth, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Plymouth, IA

Average temperature in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in January
Plymouth, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Plymouth, IA

Average wind speed in January - Plymouth, 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 month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Plymouth, IA

Average humidity in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Plymouth, IA

Average rainfall in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Plymouth, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Plymouth, IA

Average snowfall in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Plymouth, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Plymouth, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Plymouth, IA

Average UV index in January - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Plymouth, IA

Average visibility in January - Plymouth, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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