January weather forecast
Minden, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Minden, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

In Minden, Iowa, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Minden, Iowa. In Minden, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Minden, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.8 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Minden, Iowa, is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Minden, Iowa, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Minden are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Minden?

During the coldest month in Minden, January, temperatures average a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

How cold is it in Minden in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Minden, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Minden?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Minden?

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

What is the driest month in Minden?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Minden in January?

In January, in Minden, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Minden in January?

In January, in Minden, Iowa, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Minden, Iowa, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Minden?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Minden, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Minden?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Minden, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Minden?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Minden is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Minden?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Minden?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Minden, IA

Average temperature in January - Minden, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Minden, IA

Average pressure in January - Minden, 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
Minden, IA

Average wind speed in January - Minden, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Minden, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Minden, IA

Average rainfall in January - Minden, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in January
Minden, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Minden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Minden, IA

Average snowfall in January - Minden, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Minden, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Minden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Minden, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Minden, 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 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Minden, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Minden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in January
Minden, IA

Average UV index in January - Minden, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Minden, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Minden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Minden, IA

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

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

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