January weather forecast
Wheeler, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Wheeler, Illinois, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

Wheeler's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 36°F (2.2°C) and lows of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Wheeler is 78%.

Rainfall

In Wheeler, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wheeler, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Wheeler, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is it in Wheeler in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Wheeler, is 36°F (2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Wheeler, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Wheeler, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wheeler, in January, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wheeler have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wheeler?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Wheeler have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wheeler 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 is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Wheeler, IL

Average temperature in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Wheeler, IL

Average pressure in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wheeler, IL

Average wind speed in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Wheeler, IL

Average humidity in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Wheeler, IL

Average rainfall in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Wheeler, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wheeler, IL

Average snowfall in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wheeler, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Wheeler, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wheeler, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Wheeler, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Wheeler, IL

Average UV index in January - Wheeler, 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
Wheeler, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Wheeler, IL

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

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

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