January weather forecast
Cedar Falls, IA

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Weather in January

Cold weather dominates Cedar Falls, Iowa, during the January. Ice, snow, and freezing temps are the hallmarks of this month. Forecast notes low temperatures reaching 12°F (-11.1°C), along with the highest snowfall of 4.72" (120mm), creating a picturesque winter setting. From day to day, residents bundle up against consistent chill and cope with icy conditions. Such a weather pattern sees indoor activities becoming a favoured and a common choice.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Cedar Falls.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cedar Falls are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cedar Falls, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Cedar Falls, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Cedar Falls?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

How cold is January in Cedar Falls?

In Cedar Falls, 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 12°F (-11.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Cedar Falls?

January is the most humid month in Cedar Falls, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Cedar Falls?

In January, the average relative humidity in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is 87%.

What is the driest month in Cedar Falls?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Cedar Falls?

In Cedar Falls, during January, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Cedar Falls?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Cedar Falls?

In January, in Cedar Falls, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout January, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Cedar Falls?

In Cedar Falls, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Cedar Falls?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cedar Falls, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cedar Falls?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Falls have in January?

In Cedar Falls, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Cedar Falls?

In Cedar Falls, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
30.7°F -0.7°C
24.3°F -4.3°C
27.9°F -2.3°C
Average low temperature
20.3°F -6.5°C
12°F -11.1°C
15.1°F -9.4°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.8mph 25.4km/h
16.8mph 27km/h
16.6mph 26.7km/h
Average humidity
82%
87%
86%
Average rainfall
1.46" 37mm
1.06" 27mm
1.1" 28mm
Average rainfall days
5.8
4.2
4.2
Average snowfall
3.27" 83mm
4.72" 120mm
4.57" 116mm
Average snowfall days
9.5
10.4
9.8
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 3min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 2min
3h 5min
4h 0min
Average sunshine days
18
18.1
15.5
Average UV index
1
2
2
Average cloud cover
56%
60%
57%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average temperature in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°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 (12°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average pressure in January - Cedar Falls, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Cedar Falls, IA

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

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

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Average humidity in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average humidity in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

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

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Average snowfall in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Cedar Falls, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average UV index in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Cedar Falls, IA

Average visibility in January - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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