January weather forecast
Essex, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Essex, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18°F (-7.8°C) and max 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Essex, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Essex, in January, during 11.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Essex, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Essex are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Essex's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Essex, records 29.8°F (-1.2°C), while the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Essex?

In January, the average relative humidity in Essex is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Essex have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Essex, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Essex?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Essex have in January?

In Essex, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Essex?

In Essex, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Essex, IL

Average temperature in January - Essex, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in January
Essex, IL

Average pressure in January - Essex, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Essex, IL

Average wind speed in January - Essex, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Essex, IL

Average humidity in January - Essex, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

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

Average rainfall in January
Essex, IL

Average rainfall in January - Essex, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Essex, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Essex, IL

Average snowfall in January - Essex, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Essex, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Essex, 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
Essex, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Essex, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Essex, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Essex, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Essex, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Essex, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Essex, IL

Average visibility in January - Essex, 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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