January weather forecast
Watkins, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Watkins, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 27°F (-2.8°C) and as low as 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

January, February and July, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average high and low temperatures of 27°F (-2.8°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively, January is Watkins's coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Watkins, is 27°F (-2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and July, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Watkins. Rain falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Watkins, the average day length in January is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Watkins, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Watkins, IA

Average temperature in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Watkins, IA

Average pressure in January - Watkins, 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
Watkins, IA

Average wind speed in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Watkins, IA

Average humidity in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Watkins, IA

Average rainfall in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Watkins, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Watkins, IA

Average snowfall in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Watkins, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Watkins, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Watkins, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Watkins, IA

Average UV index in January - Watkins, 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
Watkins, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Watkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Watkins, IA

Average visibility in January - Watkins, 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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