January weather forecastElmira, IA
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Elmira, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Temperature
January, with its average high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C), holds the record as the coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 83%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically collects 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.Daylight
In Elmira, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Elmira, IA
- Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Elmira, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Elmira, IA
- Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph
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 (6.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Elmira, IA
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Elmira, IA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").
Average rainfall days in January
Elmira, IA
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Elmira, IA
- Average snowfall in January: 5.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Elmira, IA
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elmira, IA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Elmira, IA
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Elmira, IA
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Elmira, IA
- Average cloud cover in January: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Elmira, IA
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).





