January weather forecast
Bloomington, IL

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Weather in January

In Bloomington, Illinois, the year commences with brisk temperatures and predominant cloud coverage, marking January as a typical winter month. Highs of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and lows of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) are accompanied by snowy conditions, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. Extended daylight hours are scarce during this month, contributing to the crisp and cold atmosphere. The chilly winds make the air seem significantly colder, urging residents to bundle up. On snow-filled days, the white landscapes provide striking contrasts to the typically grey skies of January.

Temperature

January stands out as Bloomington's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.6 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bloomington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Bloomington?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Bloomington, is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bloomington, during January, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bloomington have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Bloomington, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bloomington?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Bloomington, IL

Average temperature in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Bloomington, IL

Average pressure in January - Bloomington, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bloomington, IL

Average wind speed in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Bloomington, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Bloomington, IL

Average rainfall in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Bloomington, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bloomington, IL

Average snowfall in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bloomington, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Bloomington, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bloomington, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bloomington, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Bloomington, IL

Average UV index in January - Bloomington, 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
Bloomington, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Bloomington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Bloomington, IL

Average visibility in January - Bloomington, 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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