January weather forecast
Atkinson, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Atkinson, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16°F (-8.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

Atkinson experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a minimum of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Atkinson is January, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Atkinson, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 28°F (-2.2°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Atkinson is 84%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Atkinson, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Atkinson, in January, during 9 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Atkinson have in January?

In Atkinson, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Atkinson?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Atkinson, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Atkinson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Atkinson, IL

Average temperature in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Atkinson, IL

Average pressure in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Atkinson, IL

Average wind speed in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Atkinson, IL

Average humidity in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Atkinson, IL

Average rainfall in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Atkinson, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Atkinson, IL

Average snowfall in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Atkinson, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Atkinson, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average sunshine days in January
Atkinson, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Atkinson, IL

Average UV index in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Atkinson, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Atkinson, IL

Average visibility in January - Atkinson, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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