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

What can you expect from the weather in Urbandale during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Urbandale generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -1°C. But by evening, they drop to around -11°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Urbandale in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Snow is expected on roughly 6 days.

The area enjoys a balanced 155 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Urbandale, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 21 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Des Moines, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

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 Urbandale in January?

Visitors traveling to Urbandale 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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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