January weather forecast
Van Meter, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Van Meter, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Van Meter are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Van Meter. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Van Meter, Iowa. January is the month with the most snowfall in Van Meter. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, 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 UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Van Meter?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

How cold is January in Van Meter?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Van Meter, is 28°F (-2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Van Meter?

The months with the highest humidity in Van Meter, Iowa, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Van Meter?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month in Van Meter?

The month with the least rainfall in Van Meter is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Van Meter in January?

In Van Meter, Iowa, during January, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Van Meter?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Van Meter?

In January, in Van Meter, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Van Meter have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Van Meter?

On the first day of January in Van Meter, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Van Meter?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Van Meter have in January?

In Van Meter, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Van Meter?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Van Meter, Iowa.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Van Meter?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Van Meter, IA

Average temperature in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Van Meter, IA

Average pressure in January - Van Meter, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Van Meter, IA

Average wind speed in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Van Meter, IA

Average humidity in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Van Meter, IA

Average rainfall in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Van Meter, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Van Meter, IA

Average snowfall in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Van Meter, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Van Meter, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Van Meter, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Van Meter, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Van Meter, IA

Average UV index in January - Van Meter, 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
Van Meter, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Van Meter, IA

Average visibility in January - Van Meter, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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