January weather forecast
Janesville, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Janesville, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Janesville, during January, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148 rainfall days, and 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Janesville, in January, during 8.1 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Janesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.6 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Janesville, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Janesville, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month in Janesville, with an average high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Janesville experiences an average high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Janesville, in January, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Janesville, in January, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Janesville have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Janesville, Illinois, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Janesville?

In Janesville, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Janesville, IL

Average temperature in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Janesville, IL

Average pressure in January - Janesville, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Janesville, IL

Average wind speed in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Janesville, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Janesville, IL

Average rainfall in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Janesville, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Janesville, IL

Average snowfall in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Janesville, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Janesville, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Janesville, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Janesville, IL

Average UV index in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Janesville, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Janesville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Janesville, IL

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

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

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