January weather forecast
Galena, IN

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Galena, Indiana, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Galena, in January, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Galena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) 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 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Galena, records 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Galena, Indiana, in January, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Galena?

In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Galena have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galena have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Galena?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Galena, IN

Average temperature in January - Galena, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Galena, IN

Average pressure in January - Galena, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Galena, IN

Average wind speed in January - Galena, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Galena, IN

Average humidity in January - Galena, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Galena, IN

Average rainfall in January - Galena, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Galena, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Galena, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Galena, IN

Average snowfall in January - Galena, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Galena, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Galena, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Galena, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Galena, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Galena, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Galena, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Galena, IN

Average UV index in January - Galena, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Galena, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Galena, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Galena, IN

Average visibility in January - Galena, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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