January weather forecastWhitten, IA

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Whitten, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and min 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) to a low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitten, in January, during 7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Whitten, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a low temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C), is generally the coldest month.

The average high-temperature, in January, in Whitten, is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

In Whitten, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of rain.

In Whitten, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Whitten, in January, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

On the first day of January in Whitten, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

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

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Whitten are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. 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
Whitten, IA

  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Whitten, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average snowfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Whitten, 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: 3h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Whitten, IA

  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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