January weather forecast
Wataga, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wataga, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) respectively, January is Wataga's coldest month.

Humidity

In Wataga, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wataga, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wataga is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) at the peak and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) at the base.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Wataga?

In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wataga have in January?

In Wataga, Illinois, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Wataga?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wataga have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Wataga, IL

Average temperature in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.4°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 (17.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Wataga, IL

Average pressure in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wataga, IL

Average wind speed in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Wataga, IL

Average humidity in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Wataga, IL

Average rainfall in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Wataga, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wataga, IL

Average snowfall in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wataga, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Wataga, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wataga, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Wataga, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wataga, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Wataga, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Wataga, IL

Average visibility in January - Wataga, 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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