January weather forecast
Forest City, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Forest City, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

In Forest City, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Forest City. Snow falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January in Forest City, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Forest City, Illinois, is January, with an average of 4.1h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Forest City?

In Forest City, Illinois, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is it in Forest City in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Forest City?

In January, the average relative humidity in Forest City is 80%.

What is the driest month in Forest City?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Forest City?

In Forest City, in January, during 7 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Forest City?

The month with the most snowfall in Forest City, Illinois, is January, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Forest City?

In Forest City, Illinois, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Forest City?

In Forest City, Illinois, the average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Forest City?

On the first day of January in Forest City, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Forest City?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Forest City.

How long on average sun shines in January in Forest City?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Forest City is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Forest City?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Forest City, Illinois.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Forest City?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Forest City, IL

Average temperature in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Forest City, IL

Average pressure in January - Forest City, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Forest City, IL

Average wind speed in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Forest City, IL

Average humidity in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Forest City, IL

Average rainfall in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Forest City, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Forest City, IL

Average snowfall in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Forest City, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Forest City, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Forest City, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Forest City, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Forest City, IL

Average UV index in January - Forest City, 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
Forest City, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Forest City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Forest City, IL

Average visibility in January - Forest City, 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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