Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Elgin, in January, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elgin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Elgin is 9h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Elgin?
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When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in January?
Average temperature in January
Elgin, IL
- Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Elgin, 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
Elgin, IL
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Elgin, IL
- Average humidity in January: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Elgin, IL
- Average rainfall in January: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in January
Elgin, IL
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Elgin, IL
- Average snowfall in January: 3.62"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Elgin, IL
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elgin, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Elgin, IL
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Elgin, IL
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Elgin, 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 33).
Average visibility in January
Elgin, IL
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
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