January weather forecast
Granite City, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Granite City, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Granite City, during January, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Granite City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 36.06" (916mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Granite City are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Granite City, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Granite City, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Granite City?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Granite City, records 37.2°F (2.9°C), while the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Granite City, in January, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Granite City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Granite City, IL

Average temperature in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Granite City, IL

Average pressure in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Granite City, IL

Average wind speed in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Granite City, IL

Average humidity in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Granite City, IL

Average rainfall in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Granite City, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Granite City, IL

Average snowfall in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Granite City, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Granite City, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Granite City, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Granite City, IL

Average UV index in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Granite City, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Granite City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Granite City, IL

Average visibility in January - Granite City, 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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