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Council Bluffs weather in January (Iowa, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Council Bluffs in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Council Bluffs generally has very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -10°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Council Bluffs in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 5 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The city usually sees around 169 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Council Bluffs. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Council Bluffs climate page with graphs.

 

Council Bluffs, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 16 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 169 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56% *  
* Data from: Omaha, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Council Bluffs in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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