January weather forecastWashington, IA
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Washington, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and max 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Temperature
January, with an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Washington, Iowa, are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Washington, in January, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Washington is January, when snow falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.On the first day of January in Washington, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Washington, Iowa, is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Washington, IA
- Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Washington, 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
Washington, IA
- Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Washington, IA
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Washington, IA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").
Average rainfall days in January
Washington, IA
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Washington, IA
- Average snowfall in January: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Washington, IA
- Average snowfall days in January: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Washington, 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 and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Washington, IA
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Washington, IA
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Washington, IA
- Average cloud cover in January: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Washington, 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).
