January weather forecast
Ossian, IA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Ossian, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Ossian's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Ossian is January, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ossian, Iowa, in January, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.63" (143mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.9 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, in Ossian, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Ossian?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to a low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

How cold is it in Ossian in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Ossian, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Ossian?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Ossian.

What is the average humidity in January in Ossian?

In Ossian, Iowa, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Ossian?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Ossian. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ossian in January?

In Ossian, during January, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ossian in January?

In Ossian, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.63" (143mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ossian have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ossian?

On the first day of January in Ossian, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ossian?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Ossian.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ossian?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Ossian is 3.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Ossian?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ossian, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ossian, IA

Average temperature in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ossian, IA

Average pressure in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ossian, IA

Average wind speed in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ossian, IA

Average humidity in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ossian, IA

Average rainfall in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ossian, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ossian, IA

Average snowfall in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ossian, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Ossian, IA

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

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: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ossian, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ossian, IA

Average UV index in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ossian, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Ossian, IA

Average visibility in January - Ossian, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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