January weather forecast
Virginia, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Virginia, Illinois, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Virginia, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Virginia, in January, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout January, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Virginia is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Virginia have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Virginia is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Virginia is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Virginia, IL

Average temperature in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Virginia, IL

Average pressure in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Virginia, IL

Average wind speed in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Virginia, IL

Average humidity in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Virginia, IL

Average rainfall in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Virginia, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Virginia, IL

Average snowfall in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Virginia, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Virginia, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Virginia, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Virginia, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Virginia, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Virginia, IL

Average visibility in January - Virginia, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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