January weather forecast
Prescott, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Prescott, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 16°F (-8.9°C) and max 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

January and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Prescott, in January, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.1 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Prescott is January, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Prescott is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Prescott.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. 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 is the coldest time of year in Prescott?

The coldest month in Prescott, Iowa, is January, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is January in Prescott?

The high-temperature in Prescott, Iowa, during January is 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and the low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Prescott?

The months with the highest humidity in Prescott, Iowa, are January and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January in Prescott?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Prescott?

In January, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Prescott?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Prescott, Iowa. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Prescott in January?

In Prescott, Iowa, in January, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Prescott, Iowa, is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Prescott?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prescott, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Prescott?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Prescott, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Prescott have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Prescott is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prescott?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Prescott?

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

Average temperature in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

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Average pressure in January
Prescott, IA

Average pressure in January - Prescott, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Prescott, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Prescott, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Prescott, IA

Average rainfall in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
Prescott, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Prescott, IA

Average snowfall in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Prescott, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Prescott, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prescott, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Prescott, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in January
Prescott, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Prescott, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Prescott, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Prescott, IA

Average visibility in January - Prescott, 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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