January weather forecast
Pontoosuc, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Pontoosuc, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Pontoosuc's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pontoosuc are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Pontoosuc is January, when snow falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In Pontoosuc, during January, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Pontoosuc, in January, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pontoosuc have in January?

In Pontoosuc, the average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Pontoosuc, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average temperature in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average pressure in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pontoosuc, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Pontoosuc, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average rainfall in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average snowfall in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Pontoosuc, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pontoosuc, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average UV index in January - Pontoosuc, 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
Pontoosuc, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Pontoosuc, IL

Average visibility in January - Pontoosuc, 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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