January weather forecast
Alta, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Alta, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Alta is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Alta is January, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alta, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alta, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and February, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Alta?

Alta records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

How cold is it in Alta in January?

January temperatures in Alta, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Alta?

January is the most humid month in Alta, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Alta?

The average relative humidity in January in Alta is 85%.

What is the driest month in Alta?

The month with the least rainfall in Alta, Iowa, is January, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Alta?

In Alta, in January, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alta in January?

In Alta, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alta have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Alta?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alta?

The month with the least sunshine in Alta, Iowa, is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Alta have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Alta?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Alta?

In Alta, 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
Alta, IA

Average temperature in January - Alta, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Alta, IA

Average pressure in January - Alta, 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
Alta, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Alta, IA

Average humidity in January - Alta, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Alta, IA

Average rainfall in January - Alta, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in January
Alta, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Alta, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Alta, IA

Average snowfall in January - Alta, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Alta, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Alta, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Alta, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alta, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Alta, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Alta, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Alta, IA

Average UV index in January - Alta, 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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Alta, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Alta, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Alta, IA

Average visibility in January - Alta, 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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