January weather forecastBrighton, IA
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Brighton, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and max 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Temperature
In Brighton, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Brighton, in January, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.2h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Brighton, IA
- Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Brighton, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Brighton, IA
- Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Brighton, IA
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Brighton, IA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").
Average rainfall days in January
Brighton, IA
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Brighton, IA
- Average snowfall in January: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Brighton, IA
- Average snowfall days in January: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Brighton, IA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Brighton, IA
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Brighton, 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
Brighton, IA
- Average cloud cover in January: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Brighton, 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).





