January Rainfall and Precipitation in Iowa
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Iowa, the United States of America in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Iowa precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snowfall does Iowa, the United States of America receive in January?
Rainfall in West Des Moines during January is on the lighter side, averaging about 21 mm (0.8 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in Iowa, the United States of America in January?
Expect around 7 days rainy days in West Des Moines during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Iowa, the United States of America?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Iowa, the United States of America, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in Iowa, the United States of America?
Looking at our data, Burlington tops the wettest-cities list in Iowa, the United States of America for January, with monthly snow/rainfall averaging 34 mm (1.3 in).
What is the driest city in January in Iowa, the United States of America?
The driest place is Sioux City with an average snowfall of 13 mm (0.5 in) according to our data.
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