January weather forecast
Galva, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Galva, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Galva experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, in Galva, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Galva's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

How cold is January?

Galva in January has an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Galva?

In Galva, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In Galva, during January, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Galva, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:14 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 many hours of sunshine does Galva have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Galva, IL

Average temperature in January - Galva, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Galva, IL

Average pressure in January - Galva, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Galva, IL

Average wind speed in January - Galva, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Galva, IL

Average humidity in January - Galva, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

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

Average rainfall in January
Galva, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Galva, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Galva, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Galva, IL

Average snowfall in January - Galva, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Galva, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Galva, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Galva, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Galva, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Galva, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Galva, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Galva, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Galva, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Galva, IL

Average visibility in January - Galva, 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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