Dubuque weather in January (Iowa, United States of America)
How is the weather in Dubuque in January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, Dubuque typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -12°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.
Dubuque in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 28 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 9 days of snowfall is expected.
The area enjoys a balanced 133 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Dubuque. May, 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 Dubuque climate page with graphs.
Dubuque, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
28 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
133 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in the United States of America in January
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So, what should you wear in Dubuque in January?
Visitors traveling to Dubuque 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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