Polk County (Des Moines)
January
Weather in Polk County for January 2026
Your guide to Polk County weather in January - trends and predictions
Polk County typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 8 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Polk County at the beginning of January is 0.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 3.9 °F by the end of January.
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21
Dry days
2
Rainy days
8
Snow days
-3°/-9°
Temperatures
20 km/h
Avg max wind
87 %
Avg humidity
Polk County Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  2° | 2  3° | 3  1° | ||||
| 4 -1° | 5  -1° | 6 -1° | 7  -2° | 8  -2° | 9 -1° | 10 0° |
| 11  -2° | 12  -4° | 13 -9° | 14 -12° | 15 -9° | 16 -7° | 17 -3° |
| 18 -6° | 19  -13° | 20  -12° | 21 -8° | 22  -1° | 23 -2° | 24  1° |
| 25 1° | 26  1° | 27 4° | 28 4° | 29 5° | 30 3° | 31 9° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Polk County
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Sunny | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Cloudy | 3° /-3° | 9.2 mm | 5.7 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Partly cloudy | 1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Partly cloudy | -1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Light snow | -1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Light snow | -1° /-6° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | -2° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Heavy snow | -2° /-6° | 2.9 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Heavy snow | -1° /-7° | 7.1 mm | 2.8 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Light snow | 0° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Moderate snow | -2° /-10° | 1.7 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Blizzard | -4° /-9° | 7.1 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light snow | -9° /-17° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Cloudy | -12° /-19° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | -9° /-21° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Sunny | -7° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Overcast | -3° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Moderate snow | -6° /-15° | 0.3 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light freezing rain | -13° /-19° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Freezing fog | -12° /-23° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | -8° /-23° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Ice pellets | -1° /-7° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Heavy snow | -2° /-6° | 5.5 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light rain | 1° /-8° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light drizzle | 1° /-2° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Fog | 1° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Fog | 4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Freezing fog | 4° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Fog | 5° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Sunny | 9° /0° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Polk County in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Polk County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Polk County in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Polk County during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Polk County during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Polk County during January, with a total of 61 mm spread over approximately 2 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Polk County in January 2026?
Polk County experiences an average snowfall of 25.1 cm during January, occurring over 8 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Polk County during January?
The average wind speed in Polk County during January is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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