January weather forecast
Fox Lake, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fox Lake, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

Fox Lake's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 26.6°F (-3°C) to a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Fox Lake, during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

With its average high temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.6°F (-3°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Fox Lake, Illinois, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Fox Lake, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Fox Lake?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Fox Lake, during January, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Fox Lake, the average day length in January is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Fox Lake?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fox Lake have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Fox Lake, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average temperature in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average pressure in January - Fox Lake, 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
Fox Lake, IL

Average wind speed in January - Fox Lake, 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 August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average humidity in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average rainfall in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average snowfall in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fox Lake, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average UV index in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Fox Lake, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Fox Lake, IL

Average visibility in January - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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