January weather forecast
Charles City, IA

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Weather in January

January weather in Charles City, Iowa is typified by cold and snowy conditions, making it the deepest winter month. There’s an evident shift from the previous December as both the maximum and minimum temperatures register notable drops to 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) respectively. Wintry precipitation dominates, coating the city in snowfall averaging 5.55" (141mm), thus ensuring snow lovers have a great time. There's a noticeable increase in cloud cover, further setting the stage for the chilly wintertime. The cold month of January ushers Iowa into the new year with charm.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Charles City.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.5 snowfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Charles City is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Charles City?

Charles City witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

How cold is January in Charles City?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Charles City, is 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Charles City?

January is the most humid month in Charles City, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Charles City?

In Charles City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Charles City?

The month with the least rainfall in Charles City is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Charles City?

In January, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Charles City?

In January, in Charles City, Iowa, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Charles City?

The average day length in January in Charles City is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Charles City?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Charles City?

The month with the least sunshine in Charles City is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Charles City?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Charles City is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Charles City?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Charles City, Iowa.

What is the UV index reading in January in Charles City?

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

Average temperature in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Charles City, IA

Average pressure in January - Charles City, 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
Charles City, IA

Average wind speed in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Charles City, IA

Average humidity in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Charles City, IA

Average rainfall in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in January
Charles City, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Charles City, IA

Average snowfall in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Charles City, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Charles City, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Charles City, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Charles City, IA

Average UV index in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Charles City, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Charles City, IA

Average visibility in January - Charles City, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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