January weather forecastWalford, IA
January
Weather in January
The start of the year in Walford, Iowa, is typically marked by chilly winter days with temperatures dipping to 14.2°F (-9.9°C). January's weather system includes significant periods of snowfall and cloudy conditions, contributing to the town's wintertime charm. Driving caution is necessary, given the reduced visibility during this period. Yet, despite the cold, approximately one-third of January days will offer sunshine, providing a crisp brightness to the winter scenery. The town usually sees a slight improvement in weather conditions as it transitions into February.Temperature
During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. 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
Walford, 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).
Average pressure in January
Walford, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Walford, 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).
Average humidity in January
Walford, 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%).
Average rainfall in January
Walford, 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").
Average rainfall days in January
Walford, 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).
Average snowfall in January
Walford, 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").
Average snowfall days in January
Walford, 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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Walford, IA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
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 6min
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).
Average sunshine days in January
Walford, 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).
Average UV index in January
Walford, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Walford, 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).
Average visibility in January
Walford, 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).
