January weather forecast
Washburn, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Washburn, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 12°F (-11.1°C).

Temperature

In Washburn, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Washburn, is 24.3°F (-4.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout January, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Washburn. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Washburn, during January, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Washburn have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January
Washburn, IA

Average temperature in January - Washburn, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in January
Washburn, IA

Average pressure in January - Washburn, 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
Washburn, IA

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

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

Average humidity in January
Washburn, IA

Average humidity in January - Washburn, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Washburn, IA

Average rainfall in January - Washburn, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Washburn, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Washburn, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Washburn, IA

Average snowfall in January - Washburn, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Washburn, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Washburn, 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
Washburn, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Washburn, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Washburn, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Washburn, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Washburn, IA

Average UV index in January - Washburn, 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
Washburn, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Washburn, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Washburn, IA

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

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

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