January weather forecast
Riverdale, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Riverdale, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Riverdale notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.4 rainfall days, and 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Riverdale is January, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Riverdale, Iowa, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Riverdale, Iowa.

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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Riverdale?

Riverdale witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

How cold is January in Riverdale?

In Riverdale, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Riverdale?

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Riverdale?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Riverdale?

In January, in Riverdale, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Riverdale?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Riverdale?

In Riverdale, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Riverdale?

In Riverdale, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Riverdale?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Riverdale, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Riverdale?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverdale have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Riverdale, Iowa, is 3.9h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Riverdale.

What is the UV index reading in January in Riverdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Riverdale is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Riverdale, IA

Average temperature in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Riverdale, IA

Average pressure in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Riverdale, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Riverdale, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Riverdale, IA

Average rainfall in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Riverdale, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Riverdale, IA

Average snowfall in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Riverdale, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Riverdale, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Riverdale, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Riverdale, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Riverdale, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Riverdale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Riverdale, IA

Average visibility in January - Riverdale, 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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