January weather forecast
San Jose, IL

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Weather in January

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

Temperature

January is San Jose's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and lows of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In San Jose, in January, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.4 rainfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in San Jose is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in San Jose. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

San Jose's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and lows of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in San Jose, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In San Jose, during January, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In San Jose, in January, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does San Jose have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does San Jose have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In San Jose, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
San Jose, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°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 (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
San Jose, IL

Average pressure in January - San Jose, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
San Jose, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
San Jose, IL

Average humidity in January - San Jose, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
San Jose, IL

Average rainfall in January - San Jose, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
San Jose, IL

Average rainfall days in January - San Jose, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
San Jose, IL

Average snowfall in January - San Jose, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
San Jose, IL

Average snowfall days in January - San Jose, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
San Jose, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - San Jose, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
San Jose, IL

Average sunshine days in January - San Jose, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
San Jose, IL

Average UV index in January - San Jose, 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
San Jose, IL

Average cloud cover in January - San Jose, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
San Jose, IL

Average visibility in January - San Jose, 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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