January weather forecast
Forsyth, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Forsyth, Illinois, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Forsyth, Illinois, in January, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Forsyth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

Forsyth in January has an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Forsyth, during January, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Forsyth, the average day length in January is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Forsyth, IL

Average temperature in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Forsyth, IL

Average pressure in January - Forsyth, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Forsyth, IL

Average wind speed in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Forsyth, IL

Average humidity in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Forsyth, IL

Average rainfall in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Forsyth, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Forsyth, IL

Average snowfall in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Forsyth, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Forsyth, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Forsyth, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Forsyth, IL

Average UV index in January - Forsyth, 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
Forsyth, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Forsyth, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Forsyth, IL

Average visibility in January - Forsyth, 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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