January weather forecast
Otis, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Otis, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

In Otis, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Otis, Iowa, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Otis are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Otis is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Otis, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, in Otis, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Otis.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Otis?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

How cold is it in Otis in January?

In January, in Otis, the average high-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Otis?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Otis?

In Otis, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month in Otis?

January and February are months with the least rain in Otis, Iowa, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Otis in January?

In January, in Otis, Iowa, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Otis?

The month with the most snowfall in Otis is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Otis in January?

In Otis, in January, during 10.3 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Otis have in January?

In January, the average day length in Otis is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Otis?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Otis, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Otis?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Otis, Iowa, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Otis?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Otis is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Otis?

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

Average temperature in January - Otis, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°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 (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Otis, IA

Average pressure in January - Otis, 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
Otis, IA

Average wind speed in January - Otis, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Otis, IA

Average humidity in January - Otis, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Otis, IA

Average rainfall in January - Otis, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in January
Otis, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Otis, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Otis, IA

Average snowfall in January - Otis, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Otis, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Otis, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Otis, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Otis, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Otis, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Otis, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Otis, IA

Average UV index in January - Otis, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Otis, IA

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

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

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Average visibility in January
Otis, IA

Average visibility in January - Otis, 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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