January weather forecast
Bismarck, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Bismarck, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and min 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at the peak and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) at the base.

Humidity

In Bismarck, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bismarck, Illinois, in January, during 10.6 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bismarck, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.2 days and aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bismarck is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Bismarck?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Bismarck, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bismarck, during January, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Bismarck?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°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 (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Bismarck, IL

Average pressure in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bismarck, IL

Average wind speed in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Bismarck, IL

Average humidity in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

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

Average rainfall in January
Bismarck, IL

Average rainfall in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Bismarck, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bismarck, IL

Average snowfall in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bismarck, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Bismarck, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bismarck, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Bismarck, IL

Average UV index in January - Bismarck, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Bismarck, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Bismarck, IL

Average visibility in January - Bismarck, 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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