January weather forecastGilead, IA

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gilead, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and max 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

In Gilead, Iowa, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Gilead are January, February 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 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gilead, during January, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. In Gilead, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gilead, Iowa, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, in Gilead, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Gilead.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 28.4°F (-2°C) at the peak and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) at the base.

The average high-temperature, in January, in Gilead, is 28.4°F (-2°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

January, February and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Gilead, Iowa.

The average relative humidity in January in Gilead is 82%.

The month with the least rainfall in Gilead is January, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

In Gilead, Iowa, during January, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

In January, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

The average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

On the first day of January in Gilead, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

In Gilead, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Gilead, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Gilead, 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
Gilead, IA

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gilead, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Gilead, 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
Gilead, IA

  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Gilead, IA

  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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