January weather forecast
Dows, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dows, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 10.8°F (-11.8°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Dows, Iowa, sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dows are January through May, October through December. In Dows, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.7 snowfall days, and 20.51" (521mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dows, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, in Dows, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Dows, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dows are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Dows?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and lows at 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

How cold is it in Dows in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Dows, records 23.4°F (-4.8°C), while the low-temperature is 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Dows?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Dows?

The average relative humidity in January in Dows is 88%.

What is the driest month in Dows?

The month with the least rainfall in Dows is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Dows?

In Dows, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Dows?

In January, in Dows, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dows have in January?

The average day length in January in Dows is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dows?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dows?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Dows, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dows?

The average sunshine duration in January in Dows, Iowa, is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dows?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dows are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Dows?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
28.8°F -1.8°C
23.4°F -4.8°C
27.1°F -2.7°C
Average low temperature
18.3°F -7.6°C
10.8°F -11.8°C
14.2°F -9.9°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.5mph 16.9km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.2mph 18km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
11.6mph 18.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.5mph 26.6km/h
17.4mph 28km/h
17mph 27.4km/h
Average humidity
84%
88%
86%
Average rainfall
1.42" 36mm
0.98" 25mm
1.3" 33mm
Average rainfall days
4.6
4.8
2.8
Average snowfall
2.87" 73mm
4.92" 125mm
5.94" 151mm
Average snowfall days
9.7
10.8
9.2
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 3min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
3h 4min
4h 2min
Average sunshine days
17.8
18
16.4
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
57%
61%
57%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Dows, IA

Average temperature in January - Dows, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°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 (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Dows, IA

Average pressure in January - Dows, 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
Dows, IA

Average wind speed in January - Dows, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Dows, IA

Average humidity in January - Dows, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dows, IA

Average rainfall in January - Dows, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in January
Dows, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Dows, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Dows, IA

Average snowfall in January - Dows, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Dows, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Dows, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Dows, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dows, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Dows, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Dows, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in January
Dows, IA

Average UV index in January - Dows, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Dows, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Dows, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Dows, IA

Average visibility in January - Dows, 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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