January weather forecast
Vinton, IA

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Weather in January

January in Vinton, Iowa is the coldest month where temperatures are from 13.1°F (-10.5°C) to 25.3°F (-3.7°C). The frequent snowfall turns the landscape into a winter wonderland. Days are considerably shorter, making this the perfect time for indoor activities. The weather can be quite tricky due to icy wind speeds reaching 10.5mph (16.9km/h). Despite being a chilly start to the year, the forecast allows plenty of opportunities for winter sports.

Temperature

Vinton records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Vinton, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In January, in Vinton, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.1 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Vinton is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Vinton is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Vinton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Vinton?

January, with its high-temperature average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low-temperature average of 13.1°F (-10.5°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Vinton?

January temperatures in Vinton, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Vinton?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in Vinton?

In January, the average relative humidity in Vinton, Iowa, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in Vinton?

In Vinton, during January, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Vinton?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Vinton, Iowa. Snow falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Vinton in January?

In Vinton, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Vinton?

In Vinton, the average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Vinton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vinton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Vinton?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Vinton, Iowa, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Vinton?

The average sunshine duration in January in Vinton, Iowa, is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Vinton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Vinton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Vinton, IA

Average temperature in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Vinton, IA

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

Average wind speed in January
Vinton, IA

Average wind speed in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Vinton, IA

Average humidity in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Vinton, IA

Average rainfall in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Vinton, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Vinton, IA

Average snowfall in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Vinton, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Vinton, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Vinton, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Vinton, IA

Average UV index in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Vinton, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Vinton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Vinton, IA

Average visibility in January - Vinton, 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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