Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.Daylight
In Shannon, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.On the first day of January in Shannon, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Shannon are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the least sunshine?
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What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in January?
Average temperature in January
Shannon, IL
- Average high temperature in January: 25.9°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 (25.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 13.5°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 (13.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Shannon, 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
Shannon, IL
- Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph
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
Shannon, IL
- Average humidity in January: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Shannon, IL
- Average rainfall in January: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in January
Shannon, IL
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Shannon, IL
- Average snowfall in January: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Shannon, IL
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Shannon, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Shannon, IL
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in January
Shannon, IL
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Shannon, IL
- Average cloud cover in January: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Shannon, IL
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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