Ames weather in January (Iowa, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Ames in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Ames generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Ames in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Typically around 6 days of snowfall is expected.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 155 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ames. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ames climate page with graphs.
Ames, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-2°C
Chance of Rain
20%
Precipitation
21 mm
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
155 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
Where to go in the United States of America in January
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So, what should you wear in Ames in January?
Visitors traveling to Ames should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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