January weather forecast
University Park, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in University Park, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In University Park, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In University Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in University Park. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, known for its average high temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

University Park in January has an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In University Park, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In University Park, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
University Park, IA

Average temperature in January - University Park, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in January
University Park, IA

Average pressure in January - University Park, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
University Park, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
University Park, IA

Average humidity in January - University Park, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
University Park, IA

Average rainfall in January - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
University Park, IA

Average rainfall days in January - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
University Park, IA

Average snowfall in January - University Park, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
University Park, IA

Average snowfall days in January - University Park, 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
University Park, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - University Park, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
University Park, IA

Average sunshine days in January - University Park, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in January
University Park, IA

Average UV index in January - University Park, 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 Park, IA

Average cloud cover in January - University Park, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
University Park, IA

Average visibility in January - University Park, 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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