January weather forecast
Columbia, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Columbia, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

In Columbia, Iowa, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Columbia, during January, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.3 days and collects up to 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, in Columbia, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Columbia. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Columbia?

Columbia's January weather reaches an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in Columbia in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Columbia are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Columbia?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Columbia?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Columbia in January?

In Columbia, Iowa, in January, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Columbia?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Columbia in January?

In Columbia, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in January?

In January, the average day length in Columbia, Iowa, is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Columbia?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Columbia, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Columbia?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Columbia, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Columbia?

In Columbia, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Columbia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Columbia?

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

Average temperature in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Columbia, IA

Average pressure in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Columbia, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Columbia, IA

Average humidity in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Columbia, IA

Average rainfall in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Columbia, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Columbia, IA

Average snowfall in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Columbia, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Columbia, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Columbia, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Columbia, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Columbia, IA

Average UV index in January - Columbia, 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
Columbia, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Columbia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Columbia, IA

Average visibility in January - Columbia, 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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