January weather forecast
Swansea, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Swansea, Illinois, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low-temperature average of 24.8°F (-4°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Swansea, Illinois, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Swansea, Illinois, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Swansea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Swansea's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Swansea, records 37.8°F (3.2°C), while the low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Swansea, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Swansea, Illinois, during January, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Swansea have in January?

In Swansea, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Swansea, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Swansea, IL

Average pressure in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Swansea, IL

Average wind speed in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Swansea, IL

Average humidity in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Swansea, IL

Average rainfall in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Swansea, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Swansea, IL

Average snowfall in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Swansea, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Swansea, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Swansea, IL

Average UV index in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Swansea, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Swansea, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Swansea, IL

Average visibility in January - Swansea, 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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