January weather forecast
Mount Sterling, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Mount Sterling, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.7°F (0.4°C) and min 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a minimum average of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Mount Sterling is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Mount Sterling. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Mount Sterling, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Mount Sterling, Illinois.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Sterling are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Mount Sterling?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

How cold is it in Mount Sterling in January?

During January, Mount Sterling experiences an average high-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Mount Sterling?

In January, the average relative humidity in Mount Sterling is 79%.

What is the driest month in Mount Sterling?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Mount Sterling. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mount Sterling in January?

In Mount Sterling, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Mount Sterling?

The month with the most snowfall in Mount Sterling is January, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Mount Sterling in January?

In January, in Mount Sterling, Illinois, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Mount Sterling?

In January, the average day length in Mount Sterling is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Mount Sterling?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mount Sterling?

The month with the least sunshine in Mount Sterling, Illinois, is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Sterling have in January?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Sterling?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average temperature in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.7°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 (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average pressure in January - Mount Sterling, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average wind speed in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average humidity in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average rainfall in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average snowfall in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Mount Sterling, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mount Sterling, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average UV index in January - Mount Sterling, 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
Mount Sterling, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Mount Sterling, IL

Average visibility in January - Mount Sterling, 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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