January weather forecast
Wheeling, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wheeling, Illinois, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 28°F (-2.2°C) and a minimum average of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Wheeling, in January, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wheeling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.2 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is Wheeling's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 28°F (-2.2°C) and lows of 17.6°F (-8°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 28°F (-2.2°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Wheeling?

The most humid month in Wheeling is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Wheeling, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Wheeling, during January, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Wheeling, in January, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wheeling have in January?

The average day length in January in Wheeling is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wheeling?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Wheeling have in January?

In Wheeling, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Wheeling, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Wheeling, IL

Average temperature in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Wheeling, IL

Average pressure in January - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average wind speed in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Wheeling, IL

Average humidity in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wheeling, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wheeling, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wheeling, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Wheeling, IL

Average UV index in January - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Wheeling, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Wheeling, IL

Average visibility in January - Wheeling, 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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