January weather forecast
Laurel, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Laurel, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 26.6°F (-3°C) and lows at 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Laurel are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Laurel is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Laurel?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Laurel, registering a high temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) and a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

How cold is January in Laurel?

The high-temperature in Laurel during January is 26.6°F (-3°C) and the low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Laurel?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Laurel?

In Laurel, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month in Laurel?

The month with the least rainfall in Laurel, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Laurel in January?

In January, in Laurel, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Laurel?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Laurel?

In January, in Laurel, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout January, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Laurel is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Laurel?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Laurel, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Laurel?

The month with the least sunshine in Laurel is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel have in January?

In Laurel, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Laurel?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Laurel is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Laurel, IA

Average temperature in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°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 (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Laurel, IA

Average pressure in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Laurel, IA

Average wind speed in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Laurel, IA

Average humidity in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Laurel, IA

Average rainfall in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in January
Laurel, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Laurel, IA

Average snowfall in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Laurel, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Laurel, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Laurel, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Laurel, IA

Average UV index in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Laurel, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Laurel, IA

Average visibility in January - Laurel, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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