January weather forecast
Oak Lawn, IL

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Weather in January

January in Oak Lawn, Illinois is characterized by a chilly atmosphere with the lowest temperature in the year reaching 18.9°F (-7.3°C). A steady pattern of snowfall gives the city a white blanket, making it a winter wonderland. Gusty winds add to the chill, so covering up from head to toe is a good idea. The days are quite short, so expect limited daylight and sunshine. Essentially, January presents a winter chilling experience in Oak Lawn.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Oak Lawn, with an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Oak Lawn.

Rainfall

In Oak Lawn, during January, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Oak Lawn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Oak Lawn, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oak Lawn, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oak Lawn, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Oak Lawn, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January stands out as Oak Lawn's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature in Oak Lawn during January is 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and the low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Oak Lawn is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Oak Lawn, Illinois, in January, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Oak Lawn, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Oak Lawn?

The average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Oak Lawn?

In Oak Lawn, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average temperature in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average pressure in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average wind speed in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average humidity in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average rainfall in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average snowfall in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.72"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Oak Lawn, IL

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average UV index in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Oak Lawn, IL

Average visibility in January - Oak Lawn, 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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