January weather forecast
Gilson, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gilson, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

In Gilson, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 29.8°F (-1.2°C) at the peak and 17.8°F (-7.9°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gilson, Illinois. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, in Gilson, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Gilson, Illinois, 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 in Gilson. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Gilson?

January is Gilson's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

How cold is it in Gilson in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Gilson, records 29.8°F (-1.2°C), while the low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gilson?

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

What is the driest month in Gilson?

January and December are months with the least rain in Gilson when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Gilson in January?

In Gilson, Illinois, in January, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Gilson?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Gilson. Snow falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Gilson?

In January, in Gilson, Illinois, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gilson have in January?

The average day length in January in Gilson, Illinois, is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gilson?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gilson, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gilson?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gilson?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Gilson, Illinois, is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gilson?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Gilson?

In Gilson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Gilson, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Gilson, IL

Average pressure in January - Gilson, 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
Gilson, IL

Average wind speed in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Gilson, IL

Average humidity in January - Gilson, 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
Gilson, IL

Average rainfall in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Gilson, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gilson, IL

Average snowfall in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gilson, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Gilson, IL

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

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

Average sunshine days in January
Gilson, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Gilson, IL

Average UV index in January - Gilson, 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
Gilson, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Gilson, IL

Average visibility in January - Gilson, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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