January weather forecast
Polo, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Polo, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Polo, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Polo, the average high-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Polo is 86%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Polo in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Polo have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Polo?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Polo, IL

Average temperature in January - Polo, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Polo, IL

Average pressure in January - Polo, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Polo, IL

Average wind speed in January - Polo, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Polo, IL

Average humidity in January - Polo, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Polo, IL

Average rainfall in January - Polo, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Polo, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Polo, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Polo, IL

Average snowfall in January - Polo, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Polo, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Polo, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Polo, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Polo, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Polo, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Polo, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Polo, IL

Average UV index in January - Polo, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Polo, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Polo, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Polo, IL

Average visibility in January - Polo, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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