January weather forecast
Grayslake, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Grayslake, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and an average high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average low temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Grayslake.

Rainfall

In Grayslake, in January, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grayslake, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What are the most humid months in Grayslake?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Grayslake, during January, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Grayslake, during January, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grayslake have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

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 7:06 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Grayslake?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Grayslake have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Grayslake, IL

Average pressure in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Grayslake, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Grayslake, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Grayslake, IL

Average snowfall in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Grayslake, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Grayslake, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Grayslake, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Grayslake, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Grayslake, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Grayslake, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Grayslake, IL

Average visibility in January - Grayslake, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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