January weather forecast
Spirit Lake, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Spirit Lake, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

Spirit Lake's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) to a low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Spirit Lake.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Spirit Lake, Iowa, during January, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Spirit Lake is 9h and 24min.
On the first day of January in Spirit Lake, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests 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. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Spirit Lake?

January, having an average high-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C), is the coldest month in Spirit Lake, Iowa.

How cold is January in Spirit Lake?

In January, in Spirit Lake, the average high-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Spirit Lake?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Spirit Lake.

What is the average humidity in January in Spirit Lake?

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Spirit Lake?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Spirit Lake. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Spirit Lake?

In Spirit Lake, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Spirit Lake?

In January, in Spirit Lake, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Spirit Lake?

The average day length in January in Spirit Lake, Iowa, is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Spirit Lake?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Spirit Lake?

The month with the least sunshine in Spirit Lake, Iowa, is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Spirit Lake?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Spirit Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index in Spirit Lake, Iowa, are January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Spirit Lake?

In Spirit Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average temperature in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average pressure in January - Spirit Lake, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average wind speed in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average humidity in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average rainfall in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average snowfall in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 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
Spirit Lake, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average UV index in January - Spirit Lake, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Spirit Lake, IA

Average visibility in January - Spirit Lake, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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