January weather forecast
Golden, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Golden, Illinois, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and an average low temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) 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 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C), is the coldest month in Golden.

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Golden, the average high-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout January, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Golden, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden have in January?

In Golden, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What is the month with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Golden, IL

Average temperature in January - Golden, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Golden, IL

Average pressure in January - Golden, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Golden, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Golden, IL

Average humidity in January - Golden, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Golden, IL

Average rainfall in January - Golden, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Golden, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Golden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Golden, IL

Average snowfall in January - Golden, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Golden, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Golden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Golden, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Golden, 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: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Golden, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Golden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Golden, IL

Average UV index in January - Golden, 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
Golden, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Golden, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Golden, IL

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

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

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