January weather forecast
Moscow, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Moscow, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

In Moscow, Iowa, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Moscow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Moscow is January, when snow falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Moscow?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Moscow?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Moscow are 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Moscow?

The average relative humidity in January in Moscow, Iowa, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Moscow?

In Moscow, in January, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Moscow?

The month with the most snowfall in Moscow, Iowa, is January, when snow falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Moscow?

In Moscow, in January, during 11.2 snowfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Moscow have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Moscow?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Moscow?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Moscow have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Moscow is 4h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Moscow, Iowa.

How high is the UV index in January in Moscow?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Moscow is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Moscow, IA

Average temperature in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Moscow, IA

Average pressure in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Moscow, IA

Average wind speed in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

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 (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Moscow, IA

Average humidity in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Moscow, IA

Average rainfall in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in January
Moscow, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Moscow, IA

Average snowfall in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Moscow, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Moscow, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Moscow, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Moscow, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Moscow, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Moscow, IA

Average visibility in January - Moscow, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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