January weather forecast
Whittier, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Whittier, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Whittier's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Whittier?

Whittier reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 25.5°F (-3.6°C) at the peak and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Whittier, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Whittier is January, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Whittier, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whittier have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittier have in January?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Whittier, IA

Average temperature in January - Whittier, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.5°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Whittier, IA

Average pressure in January - Whittier, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whittier, IA

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

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

Average humidity in January
Whittier, IA

Average humidity in January - Whittier, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Whittier, IA

Average rainfall in January - Whittier, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Whittier, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whittier, IA

Average snowfall in January - Whittier, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whittier, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Whittier, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whittier, 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: 3h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Whittier, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Whittier, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Whittier, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Whittier, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Whittier, 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 August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Whittier, IA

Average visibility in January - Whittier, 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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