January weather forecastSalem, IA
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Salem, Iowa, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).Temperature
In Salem, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at the peak and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) at the lowest.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 81%.Rainfall
In Salem, in January, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Salem, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Salem. January is the month with the most snowfall in Salem. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.On the first day of January in Salem, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Salem. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Salem, 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 (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Salem, IA
- Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Salem, IA
- Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Salem, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Salem, IA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in January
Salem, IA
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Salem, IA
- Average snowfall in January: 4.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Salem, IA
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Salem, IA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
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
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average sunshine days in January
Salem, IA
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Salem, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Salem, IA
- Average cloud cover in January: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Salem, 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).
