January weather forecast
Waukon, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Waukon, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Temperature

Waukon, Iowa, experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a minimum of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Waukon are January through May, October through December. In Waukon, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57.7 snowfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waukon, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of January in Waukon, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Waukon?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C), is the coldest month in Waukon, Iowa.

How cold is January in Waukon?

The high-temperature, in January, in Waukon, is 22.5°F (-5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Waukon?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Waukon, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in January in Waukon?

The average relative humidity in January in Waukon, Iowa, is 89%.

What is the driest month in Waukon?

The month with the least rainfall in Waukon, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Waukon?

In Waukon, Iowa, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Waukon?

In Waukon, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waukon have in January?

In Waukon, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Waukon?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waukon, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Waukon?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Waukon have in January?

In Waukon, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Waukon?

The months with the lowest UV index in Waukon are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Waukon?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Waukon, IA

Average temperature in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Waukon, IA

Average pressure in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Waukon, IA

Average wind speed in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Waukon, IA

Average humidity in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Waukon, IA

Average rainfall in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Waukon, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waukon, IA

Average snowfall in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waukon, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waukon, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Waukon, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Waukon, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Waukon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Waukon, IA

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

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

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