January weather forecast
Octagon, IN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Octagon, Indiana, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and an average high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Octagon's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and lows of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Octagon, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Octagon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.9 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Octagon, in January, during 9 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Octagon, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Octagon's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Octagon, is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Octagon, in January, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Octagon, in January, during 9 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Octagon have in January?

In Octagon, the average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Octagon have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Octagon, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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
Octagon, IN

Average temperature in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Octagon, IN

Average pressure in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Octagon, IN

Average wind speed in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Octagon, IN

Average humidity in January - Octagon, IN
  • 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
Octagon, IN

Average rainfall in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Octagon, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Octagon, IN

Average snowfall in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Octagon, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Octagon, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Octagon, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Octagon, IN

Average UV index in January - Octagon, IN
  • 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
Octagon, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Octagon, IN

Average visibility in January - Octagon, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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