January weather forecast
Dakota City, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dakota City, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dakota City, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow. In Dakota City, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Dakota City.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dakota City are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Dakota City?

The coldest temperatures in Dakota City occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is it in Dakota City in January?

In Dakota City, 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Dakota City?

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Dakota City?

In January, the average relative humidity in Dakota City, Iowa, is 86%.

What is the driest month in Dakota City?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dakota City in January?

In Dakota City, Iowa, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dakota City in January?

In Dakota City, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dakota City have in January?

In Dakota City, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

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

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Dakota City have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Dakota City is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dakota City?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Dakota City?

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

Average temperature in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Dakota City, IA

Average pressure in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Dakota City, IA

Average wind speed in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Dakota City, IA

Average humidity in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dakota City, IA

Average rainfall in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in January
Dakota City, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Dakota City, IA

Average snowfall in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Dakota City, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Dakota City, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dakota City, 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: 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
Dakota City, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Dakota City, IA

Average UV index in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Dakota City, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Dakota City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Dakota City, IA

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

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

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