January weather forecast
Lincoln, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Lincoln, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

In Lincoln, Illinois, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 32.2°F (0.1°C) and reaching a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Lincoln, Illinois, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lincoln, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135 rainfall days, and 20.28" (515mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lincoln is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Lincoln?

January is the coldest month in Lincoln, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

How cold is it in Lincoln in January?

The high-temperature during January is 32.2°F (0.1°C) and the low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lincoln?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Illinois, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lincoln?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Lincoln. Snow falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lincoln in January?

In Lincoln, Illinois, in January, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in January?

In Lincoln, the average day length in January is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lincoln?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lincoln?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lincoln?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Lincoln?

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

Average temperature in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Lincoln, IL

Average pressure in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lincoln, IL

Average wind speed in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Lincoln, IL

Average humidity in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Lincoln, IL

Average rainfall in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Lincoln, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lincoln, IL

Average snowfall in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lincoln, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Lincoln, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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
Lincoln, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Lincoln, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Lincoln, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lincoln, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Lincoln, IL

Average visibility in January - Lincoln, 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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