January weather forecast
Indianola, IA

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Weather in January

Covered in a frosty cloak, January in Indianola, Iowa is the epitome of winter with an average high of just 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a chilling low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C). Transitioning from the tail end of the previous year, the long-lived cold is a harsh reminder of winter's grip. Snowfall is a common sight, painting the cityscapes with specks of white. Trails of the northern breeze break the homogeneity of the unending cold. A rapid decrease in temperature from dusk till dawn hints at the subsequent freezing month.

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Indianola are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Indianola, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.9 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Indianola are January through May, October through December. In Indianola, in January, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.9 snowfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, in Indianola, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Indianola, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month 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 maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Indianola?

Indianola's January weather, with an average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is it in Indianola in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Indianola, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Indianola?

The months with the highest humidity are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Indianola?

In Indianola, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How much does it rain in Indianola in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Indianola in January?

In Indianola, in January, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

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

In Indianola, the average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Indianola?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Indianola?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Indianola?

The average sunshine duration in January in Indianola is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Indianola?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Indianola?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Indianola, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Indianola, IA

Average temperature in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Indianola, IA

Average pressure in January - Indianola, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Indianola, IA

Average wind speed in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Indianola, IA

Average humidity in January - Indianola, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Indianola, IA

Average rainfall in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
Indianola, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Indianola, IA

Average snowfall in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Indianola, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Indianola, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Indianola, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Indianola, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in January
Indianola, IA

Average UV index in January - Indianola, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Indianola, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Indianola, 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 July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Indianola, IA

Average visibility in January - Indianola, 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).

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