January weather forecast
Wellington, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wellington, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

In Wellington, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at the peak and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wellington, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wellington, there are 156 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Wellington. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wellington is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Wellington is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Wellington?

The coldest time of the year in Wellington, Illinois, is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

How cold is January in Wellington?

The high-temperature, in January, in Wellington, records 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Wellington?

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

How much does it rain in Wellington in January?

In January, in Wellington, Illinois, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Wellington?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Wellington in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wellington have in January?

In Wellington, the average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Wellington?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wellington?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Wellington?

In Wellington, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Wellington?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Wellington is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Wellington, IL

Average temperature in January - Wellington, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Wellington, IL

Average pressure in January - Wellington, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wellington, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Wellington, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Wellington, IL

Average rainfall in January - Wellington, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Wellington, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wellington, IL

Average snowfall in January - Wellington, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wellington, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Wellington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Wellington, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wellington, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wellington, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Wellington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Wellington, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wellington, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Wellington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Wellington, IL

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

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

Wellington, Illinois, USA

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