January weather forecast
Streamwood, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Streamwood, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) and an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and lows of 16.3°F (-8.7°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.5 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and a low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Streamwood, is 27.7°F (-2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Streamwood, in January, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Streamwood?

In January, in Streamwood, Illinois, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Streamwood have in January?

In Streamwood, Illinois, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Streamwood?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Streamwood?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Streamwood, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Streamwood, IL

Average temperature in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Streamwood, IL

Average pressure in January - Streamwood, 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
Streamwood, IL

Average wind speed in January - Streamwood, 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
Streamwood, IL

Average humidity in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Streamwood, IL

Average rainfall in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

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

Average rainfall days in January
Streamwood, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Streamwood, IL

Average snowfall in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Streamwood, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Streamwood, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Streamwood, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Streamwood, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Streamwood, IL

Average UV index in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Streamwood, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Streamwood, 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 July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Streamwood, IL

Average visibility in January - Streamwood, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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