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Ottumwa weather in January (Iowa, United States of America)

Curious about the January weather in Ottumwa? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Ottumwa typically experiences very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 0°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.

Ottumwa in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 24 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. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ottumwa. September typically offers 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 Ottumwa climate page with graphs.

 

Ottumwa, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 24 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

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 Ottumwa 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.

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

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