January weather forecast
Ruthven, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Ruthven, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 10.6°F (-11.9°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

In Ruthven, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Ruthven.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ruthven are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout January, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ruthven, there are 51.6 snowfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ruthven is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January in Ruthven, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. 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: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Ruthven?

Ruthven experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a minimum of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

How cold is it in Ruthven in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Ruthven?

January is the most humid month in Ruthven, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ruthven?

In Ruthven, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in Ruthven?

The month with the least rainfall in Ruthven, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Ruthven?

In Ruthven, during January, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Ruthven?

In Ruthven, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ruthven have in January?

In January, the average day length in Ruthven is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ruthven?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ruthven, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ruthven?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ruthven?

In Ruthven, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ruthven?

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ruthven.

What is the UV index reading in January in Ruthven?

In Ruthven, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Ruthven, IA

Average temperature in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Ruthven, IA

Average pressure in January - Ruthven, 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
Ruthven, IA

Average wind speed in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Ruthven, IA

Average humidity in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Ruthven, IA

Average rainfall in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Ruthven, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ruthven, IA

Average snowfall in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ruthven, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ruthven, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ruthven, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Ruthven, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Ruthven, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Ruthven, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Ruthven, 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 July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Ruthven, IA

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

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

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