January weather forecast
Buffalo Heights, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Buffalo Heights, Iowa.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Heights, Iowa, in January, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, there are 128 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. In Buffalo Heights, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buffalo Heights, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buffalo Heights, Iowa, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, in Buffalo Heights, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Buffalo Heights?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), January stands out as the coldest month in Buffalo Heights.

How cold is it in Buffalo Heights in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Buffalo Heights, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Buffalo Heights?

The months with the highest humidity in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Buffalo Heights?

In Buffalo Heights, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Buffalo Heights?

In Buffalo Heights, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Buffalo Heights?

In January, in Buffalo Heights, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Buffalo Heights?

The average day length in January in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Buffalo Heights?

On the first day of January in Buffalo Heights, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buffalo Heights?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Heights have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Buffalo Heights?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Buffalo Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average temperature in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°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 (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average pressure in January - Buffalo Heights, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average humidity in January - Buffalo Heights, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average UV index in January - Buffalo Heights, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average visibility in January - Buffalo Heights, 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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