January weather forecast
University Heights, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in University Heights, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

University Heights experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in University Heights.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:19 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

University Heights experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a minimum of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in University Heights, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in University Heights?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in University Heights?

In January, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in University Heights in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does University Heights have in January?

In University Heights, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in University Heights?

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

How many hours of sunshine does University Heights have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In University Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
University Heights, IA

Average temperature in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in January
University Heights, IA

Average pressure in January - University Heights, 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
University Heights, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
University Heights, IA

Average humidity in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
University Heights, IA

Average rainfall in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
University Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in January
University Heights, IA

Average snowfall in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
University Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
University Heights, IA

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

Average sunshine days in January
University Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in January
University Heights, IA

Average UV index in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
University Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in January - University Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
University Heights, IA

Average visibility in January - University Heights, 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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