January weather forecast
Evansville, IN

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Weather in January

January marks the arrival of winter in Evansville. The temperatures steadily touch a lower scale with often frosty and snowy conditions in the city. Humidity levels are relatively high, contributing to the cold weather. As the new year begins, snowfall is not uncommon, with 1.42" (36mm) of snow recorded over 5.7 days on average. Yet despite the cold weather, Indiana's sunshine state still manages to offer approximately 4.3 hours of sunlight.

Temperature

Evansville notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Evansville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.3 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) 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 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Evansville, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, known for its average high temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

Evansville in January has an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Evansville?

In Evansville, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Evansville, Indiana, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Evansville in January?

In Evansville, in January, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Evansville, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Evansville, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Evansville, IN

Average temperature in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Evansville, IN

Average pressure in January - Evansville, IN
  • 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Evansville, IN

Average wind speed in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Evansville, IN

Average humidity in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Evansville, IN

Average rainfall in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Evansville, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Evansville, IN

Average snowfall in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Evansville, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Evansville, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Evansville, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Evansville, IN

Average UV index in January - Evansville, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Evansville, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Evansville, IN
  • 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 28).

Average visibility in January
Evansville, IN

Average visibility in January - Evansville, IN
  • 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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