January weather forecast
Leighton, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Leighton, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

In Leighton, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Leighton. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Leighton. In Leighton, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Leighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Leighton is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, in Leighton, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Leighton, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Leighton?

Leighton's January weather reaches an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January in Leighton?

During January, Leighton experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Leighton?

The average relative humidity in January in Leighton, Iowa, is 82%.

What is the driest month in Leighton?

The month with the least rainfall in Leighton is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Leighton?

In Leighton, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Leighton?

In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Leighton have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Leighton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leighton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Leighton?

The month with the least sunshine in Leighton, Iowa, is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Leighton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Leighton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Leighton, Iowa, 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
Leighton, IA

Average temperature in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Leighton, IA

Average pressure in January - Leighton, 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
Leighton, IA

Average wind speed in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Leighton, IA

Average humidity in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Leighton, IA

Average rainfall in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in January
Leighton, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Leighton, IA

Average snowfall in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Leighton, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Leighton, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Leighton, 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 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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Leighton, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Leighton, IA

Average UV index in January - Leighton, 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
Leighton, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Leighton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Leighton, IA

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

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

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