January weather forecast
Rapids City, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Rapids City, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rapids City, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.4 days and collects up to 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, in Rapids City, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Rapids City.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rapids City?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in Rapids City in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Rapids City, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Rapids City?

The months with the highest humidity in Rapids City, Illinois, are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Rapids City?

In January, the average relative humidity in Rapids City, Illinois, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Rapids City in January?

In Rapids City, in January, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Rapids City?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Rapids City. Snow falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Rapids City in January?

In Rapids City, Illinois, during January, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rapids City have in January?

In January, the average day length in Rapids City is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rapids City?

On the first day of January in Rapids City, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rapids City?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Rapids City, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rapids City?

In Rapids City, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rapids City?

The month with the lowest UV index in Rapids City, Illinois, is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Rapids City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Rapids City, IL

Average temperature in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Rapids City, IL

Average pressure in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rapids City, IL

Average wind speed in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Rapids City, IL

Average humidity in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Rapids City, IL

Average rainfall in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Rapids City, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rapids City, IL

Average snowfall in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rapids City, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rapids City, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rapids City, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rapids City, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Rapids City, IL

Average UV index in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Rapids City, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Rapids City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Rapids City, IL

Average visibility in January - Rapids City, 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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