January weather forecastDes Moines, IA
January
Weather in January
Weather conditions in Des Moines, Iowa commence the year with a blend of cold temperatures, reasonably high humidity, and snow. The first month witnesses a modest change in daylight hours, and the modest sunshine hours indicate a relatively cloud-covered sky most of the time. Snowfall is common, an expected winter element in this part of the USA. January being the coldest month, possesses temperatures that range from 15.1°F (-9.4°C) to 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The city beautifully transforms into a winter wonderland, appealing to those enjoying snowy scenes.Temperature
With average high temperatures of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and lows of 15.1°F (-9.4°C), January is the coldest month.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. 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 in Des Moines is 9h and 34min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°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).
Average pressure in January
Des Moines, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average humidity in January: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall days in January: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Des Moines, 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").
Average snowfall days in January
Des Moines, 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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
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 18min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Des Moines, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Des Moines, IA
- Average cloud cover in January: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Des Moines, 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).
