January weather forecast
Cary, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Cary, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

In Cary, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.2 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Cary's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) to a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Cary, 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Cary?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cary, in January, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Cary, the average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cary?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Cary, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Cary is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Cary, IL

Average temperature in January - Cary, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Cary, IL

Average pressure in January - Cary, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cary, IL

Average wind speed in January - Cary, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Cary, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Cary, IL

Average rainfall in January - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Cary, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cary, IL

Average snowfall in January - Cary, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cary, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Cary, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cary, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cary, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Cary, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Cary, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Cary, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Cary, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Cary, IL

Average visibility in January - Cary, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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