January weather forecast
Prescott, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Prescott, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

In Prescott, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and reaching a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Prescott are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Prescott, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Prescott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.1 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prescott, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Prescott, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Prescott, 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 16°F (-8.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Prescott, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Prescott?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Prescott, IA

Average temperature in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Prescott, IA

Average pressure in January - Prescott, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Prescott, IA

Average wind speed in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Prescott, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Prescott, IA

Average rainfall in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Prescott, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Prescott, IA

Average snowfall in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Prescott, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prescott, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Prescott, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Prescott, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Prescott, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Prescott, IA

Average visibility in January - Prescott, 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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