January weather forecast
Saint Olaf, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Saint Olaf, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and the low-temperature is 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Saint Olaf are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, in Saint Olaf, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout January, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Olaf have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:16 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 long on average sun shines in January?

In Saint Olaf, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from 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
Saint Olaf, IA

Average temperature in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.5°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 (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average pressure in January - Saint Olaf, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average wind speed in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average humidity in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average rainfall in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average snowfall in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Saint Olaf, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average UV index in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Saint Olaf, IA

Average visibility in January - Saint Olaf, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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