January weather forecast
Mason City, IA

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Weather in January

The flourishing year engulfs in the cold embrace of January as Mason City, Iowa encounters heavy snowfall. This snowy shuffle is accompanied by a chilling range of temperatures, dipping as low as 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and hardly crossing the freezing point with highs only reaching 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The weather leaves roads glazed with frost, as the city indulges in winter activities, taking advantage of the ample snow. Despite the cold outdoor climate, the relative humidity remains high, instilling a penetrating dampness in the air. Frequent gusts of wind coupled with snowfall contribute to reduced visibility, painting a picturesque winter panorama.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C), is the coldest month in Mason City.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Mason City. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mason City are January through May, October through December. In January, in Mason City, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout January, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mason City, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January in Mason City, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Mason City, Iowa.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Mason City. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Mason City?

January is the coldest month in Mason City, Iowa, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

How cold is January in Mason City?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Mason City, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Mason City?

January is the most humid month in Mason City, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Mason City?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Mason City?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mason City in January?

In Mason City, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Mason City?

In January, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout January, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Mason City?

The average day length in January in Mason City, Iowa, is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Mason City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mason City?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Mason City, Iowa, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mason City have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mason City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mason City are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Mason City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mason City, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Mason City, IA

Average pressure in January - Mason City, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Mason City, IA

Average wind speed in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Mason City, IA

Average humidity in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mason City, IA

Average rainfall in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in January
Mason City, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Mason City, IA

Average snowfall in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Mason City, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 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
Mason City, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mason City, 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 July (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
Mason City, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mason City, IA

Average UV index in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Mason City, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Mason City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Mason City, IA

Average visibility in January - Mason City, 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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