January weather forecast
Merrimac, IA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Merrimac, Iowa, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

In Merrimac, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at the peak and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Merrimac, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Merrimac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Merrimac, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Merrimac, Iowa, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Merrimac is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Merrimac?

With average high and low temperatures of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) respectively, January is Merrimac's coldest month.

How cold is it in Merrimac in January?

In Merrimac, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Merrimac?

In January, the average relative humidity in Merrimac is 81%.

How much does it rain in Merrimac in January?

In Merrimac, Iowa, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Merrimac?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Merrimac?

In Merrimac, during January, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Merrimac have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Merrimac?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Merrimac?

The month with the least sunshine in Merrimac, Iowa, is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Merrimac have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Merrimac, Iowa, is 4h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Merrimac?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Merrimac, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Merrimac, IA

Average temperature in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Merrimac, IA

Average pressure in January - Merrimac, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Merrimac, IA

Average wind speed in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Merrimac, IA

Average humidity in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Merrimac, IA

Average rainfall in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in January
Merrimac, IA

Average rainfall days in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Merrimac, IA

Average snowfall in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Merrimac, IA

Average snowfall days in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Merrimac, IA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Merrimac, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Merrimac, IA

Average sunshine days in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Merrimac, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Merrimac, IA

Average cloud cover in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Merrimac, IA

Average visibility in January - Merrimac, IA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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