January weather forecast
Hillsdale, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Hillsdale, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Hillsdale, Illinois, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Hillsdale is January, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Hillsdale reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at the peak and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Hillsdale, records 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Hillsdale?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hillsdale, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Hillsdale, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsdale have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsdale have in January?

In Hillsdale, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average temperature in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average pressure in January - Hillsdale, 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
Hillsdale, IL

Average wind speed in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average humidity in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average rainfall in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average snowfall in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Hillsdale, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hillsdale, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Hillsdale, IL

Average UV index in January - Hillsdale, 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
Hillsdale, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Hillsdale, IL

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

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

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