January weather forecast
Pella, IA

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Weather in January

January in Pella, Iowa is characterized by quite frigid temperatures and a measurable amount of snow. Comparatively, from the previous month of December, temperatures are lower, making it the coldest month of the year. Winds reach a high of 11.1mph (17.9km/h), with gusts up to 16.7mph (26.9km/h), combining with an average low temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) can make conditions feel exceptionally chilly. The skies above can be fairly overcast with the percentage of cloud cover at 55%. With snowfall occurring on almost eight days in a month, outdoor activities require appropriate winter gear.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 28°F (-2.2°C) and lows of 14.9°F (-9.5°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

January, February, June and July, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Pella.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Pella. Snow falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pella, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Pella, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Pella?

With average high temperatures of 28°F (-2.2°C) and lows of 14.9°F (-9.5°C), January is the coldest month in Pella.

How cold is it in Pella in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Pella, records 28°F (-2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Pella?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February, June and July, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Pella?

In January, the average relative humidity in Pella, Iowa, is 82%.

What is the driest month in Pella?

January and February are months with the least rain in Pella when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Pella in January?

In Pella, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Pella?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Pella, Iowa. Snow falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Pella in January?

In Pella, in January, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Pella?

The average day length in January in Pella is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Pella?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pella?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Pella.

How many hours of sunshine does Pella have in January?

In Pella, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Pella is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Pella?

In Pella, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
34.5°F 1.4°C
28°F -2.2°C
32.4°F 0.2°C
Average low temperature
22.8°F -5.1°C
14.9°F -9.5°C
18.5°F -7.5°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
9.8mph 15.8km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.2mph 16.4km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.4mph 16.7km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
10.8mph 17.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.7mph 25.3km/h
16.7mph 26.9km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
Average humidity
79%
82%
82%
Average rainfall
0.47" 12mm
0.43" 11mm
0.43" 11mm
Average rainfall days
4.9
3.8
3.3
Average snowfall
0.59" 15mm
1.81" 46mm
1.18" 30mm
Average snowfall days
6.5
7.9
7.8
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 4min
4h 1min
4h 3min
Average sunshine days
21.9
20.6
18.5
Average UV index
2
1
2
Average cloud cover
51%
55%
52%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Pella, IA

Average temperature in January - Pella, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.9°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 (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Pella, IA

Average pressure in January - Pella, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Pella, IA

Average wind speed in January - Pella, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Pella, IA

Average humidity in January - Pella, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Pella, IA

Average rainfall in January - Pella, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Pella, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Pella, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Pella, IA

Average snowfall in January - Pella, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Pella, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Pella, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Pella, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pella, IA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Pella, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Pella, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Pella, IA

Average UV index in January - Pella, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Pella, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Pella, 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 July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Pella, IA

Average visibility in January - Pella, 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).

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