January weather forecast
Virgil, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Virgil, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Virgil, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Virgil, Illinois, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with its average high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

Virgil in January has an average high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Virgil.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Virgil, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in Virgil, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Virgil have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Virgil, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Virgil, IL

Average temperature in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Virgil, IL

Average pressure in January - Virgil, 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
Virgil, IL

Average wind speed in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

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

Average humidity in January
Virgil, IL

Average humidity in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Virgil, IL

Average rainfall in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Virgil, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Virgil, IL

Average snowfall in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Virgil, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Virgil, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Virgil, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Virgil, IL

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Virgil, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Virgil, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Virgil, IL

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

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

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