January weather forecastJordan, IA

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Jordan, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

Jordan's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and lows of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Jordan, in January, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Jordan, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jordan, Iowa, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Jordan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) respectively.

January is the most humid month in Jordan, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

In January, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Jordan, in January, during 7.6 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In Jordan, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average high temperature in January: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Jordan, 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
Jordan, 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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average snowfall in January: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min

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 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).

Average UV index in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Jordan, 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 September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Jordan, IA

  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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