January weather forecast
Whittemore, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Whittemore, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Whittemore, Iowa. Rain falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whittemore, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Whittemore, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. 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: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature during January is 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Whittemore is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Whittemore, Iowa, during January, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Whittemore, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whittemore have in January?

In January, the average day length in Whittemore is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Whittemore have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Whittemore is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Whittemore, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Whittemore, IA

Average temperature in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Whittemore, IA

Average pressure in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whittemore, IA

Average wind speed in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Whittemore, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whittemore, IA

Average snowfall in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whittemore, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Whittemore, IA

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whittemore, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Whittemore, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Whittemore, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Whittemore, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Whittemore, IA

Average visibility in January - Whittemore, 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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