January weather forecast
Elma, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Elma, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 10.6°F (-11.9°C) and max 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

In Elma, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and reaching a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Elma is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Elma. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elma are January through May, October through December. In Elma, Iowa, in January, during 9.1 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elma, Iowa, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elma are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. 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 Elma?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), is generally the coldest month in Elma, Iowa.

How cold is January in Elma?

In January, in Elma, the average high-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Elma?

The most humid month in Elma is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Elma?

In Elma, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Elma?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Elma, Iowa. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Elma in January?

In Elma, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Elma?

In January, in Elma, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Elma?

In January, the average day length in Elma, Iowa, is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Elma?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elma, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elma?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elma?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Elma, Iowa, is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elma?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Elma?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Elma is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
28.4°F -2°C
22.5°F -5.3°C
26.1°F -3.3°C
Average low temperature
18.3°F -7.6°C
10.6°F -11.9°C
13.5°F -10.3°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.8mph 17.4km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.9mph 25.6km/h
16.7mph 26.9km/h
16.7mph 26.9km/h
Average humidity
85%
89%
88%
Average rainfall
0.43" 11mm
0.31" 8mm
0.39" 10mm
Average rainfall days
3.5
2.8
2
Average snowfall
0.91" 23mm
1.5" 38mm
1.85" 47mm
Average snowfall days
9
9.1
7.5
Average daylight
9h 0min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
3h 3min
3h 5min
Average sunshine days
20.9
21.7
19.9
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
60%
63%
60%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Elma, IA

Average temperature in January - Elma, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°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
Elma, IA

Average pressure in January - Elma, 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
Elma, IA

Average wind speed in January - Elma, 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 (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elma, IA

Average humidity in January - Elma, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elma, IA

Average rainfall in January - Elma, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elma, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Elma, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elma, IA

Average snowfall in January - Elma, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elma, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Elma, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Elma, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elma, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Elma, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Elma, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elma, IA

Average UV index in January - Elma, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Elma, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Elma, 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
Elma, IA

Average visibility in January - Elma, 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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