January weather forecast
Shellsburg, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Shellsburg, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Shellsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January stands out as Shellsburg's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Shellsburg. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Shellsburg, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Shellsburg, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shellsburg have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Shellsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average temperature in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average pressure in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average wind speed in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

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

Average humidity in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average humidity in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average rainfall in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average snowfall in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Shellsburg, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Shellsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Shellsburg, IA

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

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

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