January weather forecast
Selma, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Selma, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low of 17.6°F (-8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Selma, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) 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 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Selma?

Temperature records in Selma mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 30.2°F (-1°C) and lows at 17.6°F (-8°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 30.2°F (-1°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Selma is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Selma, in January, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Selma, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Selma have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Selma have in January?

In Selma, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Selma, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Selma, IA

Average temperature in January - Selma, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Selma, IA

Average pressure in January - Selma, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Selma, IA

Average wind speed in January - Selma, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Selma, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Selma, IA

Average rainfall in January - Selma, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Selma, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Selma, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Selma, IA

Average snowfall in January - Selma, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Selma, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Selma, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Selma, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Selma, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Selma, IA

Average UV index in January - Selma, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Selma, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Selma, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Selma, IA

Average visibility in January - Selma, 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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