January weather forecast
Muncie, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Muncie, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

In Muncie, Illinois, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Muncie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Muncie are January through April, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Muncie, Illinois, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Muncie?

January, with an average high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is January in Muncie?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Muncie?

In January, the average relative humidity in Muncie is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Muncie?

In Muncie, Illinois, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Muncie?

In January, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Muncie have in January?

The average day length in January in Muncie, Illinois, is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Muncie?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Muncie, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Muncie?

The month with the least sunshine in Muncie, Illinois, is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Muncie?

The average sunshine duration in January in Muncie is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Muncie?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Muncie?

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

Average temperature in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Muncie, IL

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

Average wind speed in January
Muncie, IL

Average wind speed in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Muncie, IL

Average humidity in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Muncie, IL

Average rainfall in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Muncie, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Muncie, IL

Average snowfall in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Muncie, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Muncie, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Muncie, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Muncie, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Muncie, IL

Average UV index in January - Muncie, 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
Muncie, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Muncie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Muncie, IL

Average visibility in January - Muncie, 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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