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Fort Madison weather in January (Iowa, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Fort Madison this January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Fort Madison tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 1°C. At night, they generally drop to -8°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Fort Madison in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. Typically, you can expect about 7 days of snow/rain this month.

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

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

 

Fort Madison, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 33 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  

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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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.

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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