January weather forecast
Kirkland, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Kirkland, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Kirkland, in January, during 4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirkland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kirkland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Kirkland, with an average of 3.5h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January stands out as Kirkland's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Kirkland, in January, during 4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Kirkland, in January, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kirkland have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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 intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Kirkland, IL

Average pressure in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kirkland, IL

Average wind speed in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Kirkland, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Kirkland, IL

Average rainfall in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Kirkland, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kirkland, IL

Average snowfall in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kirkland, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kirkland, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Kirkland, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Kirkland, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Kirkland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Kirkland, IL

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

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

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