January weather forecast
Dorchester, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Dorchester, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

In Dorchester, Illinois, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dorchester, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.4 rainfall days, and 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Dorchester, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dorchester, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Dorchester is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, in Dorchester, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Dorchester?

Temperature records in Dorchester, Illinois, mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 35.6°F (2°C) and lows at 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is January in Dorchester?

The high-temperature in Dorchester, Illinois, during January is 35.6°F (2°C) and the low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Dorchester?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, Illinois, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Dorchester?

In January, in Dorchester, Illinois, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dorchester have in January?

In Dorchester, Illinois, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dorchester?

On the first day of January in Dorchester, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dorchester?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Dorchester.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dorchester?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Dorchester, Illinois, is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dorchester?

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 in Dorchester?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dorchester is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Dorchester, IL

Average temperature in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Dorchester, IL

Average pressure in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dorchester, IL

Average wind speed in January - Dorchester, 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 July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Dorchester, IL

Average humidity in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Dorchester, IL

Average rainfall in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Dorchester, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dorchester, IL

Average snowfall in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dorchester, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Dorchester, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dorchester, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Dorchester, IL

Average UV index in January - Dorchester, 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
Dorchester, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Dorchester, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Dorchester, IL

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

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

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