January weather forecast
Wadena, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Wadena, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Wadena are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Wadena. Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout January, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wadena, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Wadena is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wadena, Iowa, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Wadena?

During the coldest month in Wadena, January, temperatures average a high of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

How cold is it in Wadena in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wadena during January are 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 10.9°F (-11.7°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Wadena?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Wadena?

In January, the average relative humidity in Wadena is 88%.

What is the driest month in Wadena?

The month with the least rainfall in Wadena, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wadena in January?

In Wadena, in January, during 4.2 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Wadena?

In Wadena, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

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

In Wadena, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Wadena?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wadena, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wadena?

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Wadena, Iowa.

How long on average sun shines in January in Wadena?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Wadena is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wadena?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Wadena?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Wadena is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Wadena, IA

Average temperature in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Wadena, IA

Average pressure in January - Wadena, 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
Wadena, IA

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

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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Wadena, IA

Average humidity in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Wadena, IA

Average rainfall in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Wadena, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wadena, IA

Average snowfall in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wadena, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wadena, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wadena, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Wadena, IA

Average UV index in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wadena, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Wadena, IA

Average visibility in January - Wadena, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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