January weather forecast
Swan, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Swan, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and max 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Swan, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Swan, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Swan?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In Swan, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Swan, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Swan have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Swan, IA

Average temperature in January - Swan, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°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 (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Swan, IA

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

Average wind speed in January
Swan, IA

Average wind speed in January - Swan, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Swan, IA

Average humidity in January - Swan, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Swan, IA

Average rainfall in January - Swan, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Swan, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Swan, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Swan, IA

Average snowfall in January - Swan, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Swan, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Swan, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swan, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Swan, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Swan, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Swan, IA

Average UV index in January - Swan, 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
Swan, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Swan, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Swan, IA

Average visibility in January - Swan, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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