January weather forecast
Melvin, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Melvin, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Temperature

Melvin's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) to a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Melvin, Iowa.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Melvin. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Melvin. In Melvin, in January, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Melvin, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Melvin?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month in Melvin, Iowa.

How cold is it in Melvin in January?

During January, Melvin experiences an average high-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Melvin?

January is the most humid month in Melvin, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Melvin?

The average relative humidity in January in Melvin is 88%.

What is the driest month in Melvin?

The month with the least rainfall in Melvin is January, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Melvin in January?

In Melvin, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Melvin in January?

In Melvin, Iowa, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Melvin have in January?

In Melvin, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Melvin?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Melvin, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Melvin?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Melvin have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Melvin, Iowa, is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melvin?

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Melvin?

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

Average temperature in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Melvin, IA

Average pressure in January - Melvin, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Melvin, IA

Average wind speed in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Melvin, IA

Average humidity in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Melvin, IA

Average rainfall in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in January
Melvin, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Melvin, IA

Average snowfall in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Melvin, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Melvin, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Melvin, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Melvin, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Melvin, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Melvin, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Melvin, IA

Average visibility in January - Melvin, 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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