January weather forecast
South Elgin, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Elgin, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a minimum average of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in South Elgin is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in South Elgin. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in South Elgin?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in South Elgin, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In South Elgin, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In South Elgin, in January, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In South Elgin, in January, during 12.9 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does South Elgin have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in South Elgin?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Elgin?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Elgin have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in South Elgin.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in South Elgin is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
South Elgin, IL

Average temperature in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
South Elgin, IL

Average pressure in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Elgin, IL

Average wind speed in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
South Elgin, IL

Average humidity in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
South Elgin, IL

Average rainfall in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
South Elgin, IL

Average rainfall days in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Elgin, IL

Average snowfall in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Elgin, IL

Average snowfall days in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Elgin, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Elgin, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Elgin, IL

Average sunshine days in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
South Elgin, IL

Average UV index in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
South Elgin, IL

Average cloud cover in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
South Elgin, IL

Average visibility in January - South Elgin, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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