January weather forecast
Spencer, IA

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Weather in January

January brings the chilled breeze to Spencer, Iowa, with the highest and lowest temperatures ranging from 22.8°F (-5.1°C) to 10.6°F (-11.9°C). It paves the way for the cooler months of the year with heavy snowfall during most of the days. The city gears up for the wintry weather through salt treatment of roads and pedestrian paths. The residents relish in various winter activities, such as ice skating and snow-balled fights, encapsulating the essence of winter fun. Overall, the city radiates a festive vibe, given the Christmas and New Year Celebrations.

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), is the coldest month in Spencer.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Spencer is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Spencer, in January, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Spencer, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.5 days and aggregates up to 11.14" (283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Spencer, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, in Spencer, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Spencer.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Spencer. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Spencer?

January is the month when Spencer experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

How cold is it in Spencer in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Spencer, is 22.8°F (-5.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Spencer?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Spencer?

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

What is the driest month in Spencer?

The month with the least rainfall in Spencer is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Spencer?

In Spencer, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Spencer in January?

In Spencer, Iowa, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Spencer?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Spencer?

On the first day of January in Spencer, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Spencer?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Spencer?

The average sunshine duration in January in Spencer, Iowa, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Spencer?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Spencer?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Spencer, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
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Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
27.5°F -2.5°C
22.8°F -5.1°C
27°F -2.8°C
Average low temperature
16.9°F -8.4°C
10.6°F -11.9°C
13.5°F -10.3°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.5mph 18.5km/h
11.8mph 19km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.1mph 27.5km/h
17.8mph 28.6km/h
17.2mph 27.7km/h
Average humidity
84%
87%
85%
Average rainfall
0.83" 21mm
0.43" 11mm
0.55" 14mm
Average rainfall days
4
3.1
2.7
Average snowfall
2.05" 52mm
2.2" 56mm
2.72" 69mm
Average snowfall days
9.9
10.8
9.5
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 2min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 2min
4h 0min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
19.2
19.1
17.8
Average UV index
2
1
1
Average cloud cover
55%
58%
53%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Spencer, IA

Average temperature in January - Spencer, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°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).

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Average pressure in January
Spencer, IA

Average pressure in January - Spencer, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Spencer, IA

Average wind speed in January - Spencer, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Spencer, IA

Average humidity in January - Spencer, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Spencer, IA

Average rainfall in January - Spencer, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Spencer, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Spencer, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Spencer, IA

Average snowfall in January - Spencer, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Spencer, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Spencer, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Spencer, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Spencer, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Spencer, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Spencer, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Spencer, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Spencer, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Spencer, IA

Average visibility in January - Spencer, 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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