January weather forecast
Rankin, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Rankin, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rankin, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January in Rankin, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Rankin, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Rankin?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Rankin, in January, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rankin have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months 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 reading in January?

In Rankin, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Rankin, IL

Average temperature in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Rankin, IL

Average pressure in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rankin, IL

Average wind speed in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Rankin, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Rankin, IL

Average rainfall in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Rankin, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rankin, IL

Average snowfall in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rankin, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Rankin, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rankin, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rankin, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Rankin, IL

Average UV index in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Rankin, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Rankin, IL

Average visibility in January - Rankin, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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