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

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Council Bluffs during January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Council Bluffs tends to experience very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -10°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Council Bluffs in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 5 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 169 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 this month?

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.

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

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