January weather forecast
Wilmington, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Wilmington, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

Wilmington's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and lows of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wilmington, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wilmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Wilmington, in January, during 10.6 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Wilmington, Illinois.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Wilmington, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wilmington, during January, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Wilmington?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wilmington?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Wilmington is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Wilmington is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Wilmington, IL

Average temperature in January - Wilmington, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Wilmington, IL

Average pressure in January - Wilmington, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wilmington, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Wilmington, IL

Average humidity in January - Wilmington, 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
Wilmington, IL

Average rainfall in January - Wilmington, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Wilmington, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Wilmington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wilmington, IL

Average snowfall in January - Wilmington, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wilmington, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Wilmington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Wilmington, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wilmington, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wilmington, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Wilmington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Wilmington, IL

Average UV index in January - Wilmington, 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
Wilmington, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Wilmington, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Wilmington, IL

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

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

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