January weather forecast
West Chicago, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in West Chicago, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

In West Chicago, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at the peak and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In West Chicago, during January, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In West Chicago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Chicago. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In West Chicago, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in West Chicago, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the most humid month in West Chicago?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in West Chicago?

In West Chicago, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In West Chicago, in January, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Chicago have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with 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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
West Chicago, IL

Average temperature in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
West Chicago, IL

Average pressure in January - West Chicago, 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
West Chicago, IL

Average wind speed in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
West Chicago, IL

Average humidity in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
West Chicago, IL

Average rainfall in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

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

Average rainfall days in January
West Chicago, IL

Average rainfall days in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Chicago, IL

Average snowfall in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Chicago, IL

Average snowfall days in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Chicago, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Chicago, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Chicago, IL

Average sunshine days in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
West Chicago, IL

Average UV index in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
West Chicago, IL

Average cloud cover in January - West Chicago, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
West Chicago, IL

Average visibility in January - West Chicago, 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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