January weather forecast
North Chicago, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in North Chicago, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

North Chicago's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, in North Chicago, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Chicago, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in North Chicago. Snow falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Chicago, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, in North Chicago, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in North Chicago are January and February, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in North Chicago. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in North Chicago?

January, with its high-temperature average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 17.2°F (-8.2°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in North Chicago?

The high-temperature, in January, in North Chicago, records 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the most humid month in North Chicago?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in North Chicago?

In January, the average relative humidity in North Chicago, Illinois, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in North Chicago?

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in North Chicago?

The month with the most snowfall in North Chicago, Illinois, is January, when snow falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in North Chicago in January?

In January, in North Chicago, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does North Chicago have in January?

In January, the average day length in North Chicago, Illinois, is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in North Chicago?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Chicago, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in North Chicago?

The months with the least sunshine in North Chicago, Illinois, are January and February, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does North Chicago have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North Chicago?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in North Chicago?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in North Chicago is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
North Chicago, IL

Average temperature in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in January
North Chicago, IL

Average pressure in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
North Chicago, IL

Average wind speed in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
North Chicago, IL

Average humidity in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
North Chicago, IL

Average rainfall in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
North Chicago, IL

Average rainfall days in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
North Chicago, IL

Average snowfall in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
North Chicago, IL

Average snowfall days in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
North Chicago, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - North Chicago, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
North Chicago, IL

Average sunshine days in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
North Chicago, IL

Average UV index in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
North Chicago, IL

Average cloud cover in January - North Chicago, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
North Chicago, IL

Average visibility in January - North Chicago, 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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