January weather forecast
Athelstan, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Athelstan, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and max 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Athelstan's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Athelstan is 80%.

Rainfall

In Athelstan, in January, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Athelstan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Athelstan. The month with the most snowfall in Athelstan, Iowa, is January, when snow falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Athelstan is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Athelstan.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Athelstan?

January tends to be the coldest month in Athelstan, Iowa, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is January in Athelstan?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Athelstan are 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Athelstan?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Athelstan in January?

In Athelstan, Iowa, in January, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Athelstan?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Athelstan, Iowa. Snow falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Athelstan?

In January, in Athelstan, Iowa, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Athelstan have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Athelstan?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Athelstan, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Athelstan?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Athelstan have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Athelstan?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Athelstan?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Athelstan is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Athelstan, IA

Average temperature in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Athelstan, IA

Average pressure in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Athelstan, IA

Average wind speed in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Athelstan, IA

Average humidity in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Athelstan, IA

Average rainfall in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in January
Athelstan, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Athelstan, IA

Average snowfall in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Athelstan, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Athelstan, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Athelstan, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Athelstan, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Athelstan, IA

Average visibility in January - Athelstan, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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