January weather forecast
Northfield, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Northfield, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In Northfield, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, in January, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.4 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Northfield, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Northfield, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, in Northfield, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Northfield. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes 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:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Northfield?

In Northfield, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

How cold is it in Northfield in January?

In Northfield, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Northfield?

The average relative humidity in January in Northfield is 81%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in January?

In Northfield, Iowa, in January, during 4.7 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Northfield?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Northfield. Snow falls for 10 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Northfield in January?

In January, in Northfield, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Northfield?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northfield, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Northfield?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Northfield, Iowa.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in January?

In Northfield, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Northfield?

In Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Northfield, IA

Average temperature in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Northfield, IA

Average pressure in January - Northfield, 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
Northfield, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Northfield, IA

Average humidity in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in January
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Northfield, IA

Average snowfall in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Northfield, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Northfield, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Northfield, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Northfield, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Northfield, IA

Average UV index in January - Northfield, 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
Northfield, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Northfield, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Northfield, IA

Average visibility in January - Northfield, 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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