January weather forecast
Shannon City, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Shannon City, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 29.1°F (-1.6°C) at the peak and 15.8°F (-9°C) at the low.

Humidity

January and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In Shannon City, in January, the average high-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Shannon City is January, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Shannon City, in January, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Shannon City. Snow falls for 8.7 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Shannon City, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shannon City have in January?

In Shannon City, 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 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shannon City have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Shannon City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Shannon City, IA

Average temperature in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°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 (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Shannon City, IA

Average pressure in January - Shannon City, 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
Shannon City, IA

Average wind speed in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Shannon City, IA

Average humidity in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Shannon City, IA

Average rainfall in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Shannon City, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shannon City, IA

Average snowfall in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shannon City, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shannon City, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shannon City, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shannon City, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Shannon City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Shannon City, IA

Average UV index in January - Shannon City, 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
Shannon City, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Shannon City, 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 and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Shannon City, IA

Average visibility in January - Shannon City, 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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