January weather forecast
Mason, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Mason, Illinois, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.6°F (2°C) and min 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Mason is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mason, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mason, there are 141.3 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mason are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Mason is January, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Mason is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Mason, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Mason, with an average of 4.3h 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to 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 Mason?

The coldest period in Mason, Illinois, is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is January in Mason?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Mason, is 35.6°F (2°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Mason?

The average relative humidity in January in Mason is 78%.

How much does it rain in Mason in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Mason?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Mason in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Mason?

In January, the average day length in Mason is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Mason?

On the first day of January in Mason, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mason?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Mason, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mason have in January?

In Mason, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mason?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Mason?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Mason is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Mason, IL

Average temperature in January - Mason, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Mason, IL

Average pressure in January - Mason, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mason, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Mason, IL

Average humidity in January - Mason, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Mason, IL

Average rainfall in January - Mason, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Mason, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Mason, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mason, IL

Average snowfall in January - Mason, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mason, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Mason, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mason, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mason, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Mason, IL

Average UV index in January - Mason, 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
Mason, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Mason, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Mason, IL

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

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

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