January weather forecast
Swisher, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Swisher, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Swisher, Iowa.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Swisher, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Swisher?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Swisher, during January, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Swisher, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Swisher have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Swisher have in January?

In Swisher, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January
Swisher, IA

Average temperature in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Swisher, IA

Average pressure in January - Swisher, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Swisher, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Swisher, IA

Average humidity in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Swisher, IA

Average rainfall in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Swisher, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Swisher, IA

Average snowfall in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Swisher, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Swisher, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Swisher, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Swisher, IA

Average UV index in January - Swisher, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Swisher, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Swisher, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Swisher, IA

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

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

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