January weather forecast
Olympia Fields, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Olympia Fields, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

January is Olympia Fields's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and lows of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Olympia Fields, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January in Olympia Fields, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Olympia Fields, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Olympia Fields's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

In Olympia Fields, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Olympia Fields, Illinois, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Olympia Fields in January?

In Olympia Fields, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Olympia Fields, during January, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Olympia Fields have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Olympia Fields, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average temperature in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average pressure in January - Olympia Fields, 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
Olympia Fields, IL

Average wind speed in January - Olympia Fields, 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 August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average humidity in January - Olympia Fields, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average rainfall in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average snowfall in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Olympia Fields, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average UV index in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Olympia Fields, IL

Average visibility in January - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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