January weather forecast
Peru, IN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Peru, Indiana, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

In Peru, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and reaching a low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Peru is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Peru, in January, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.6 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Peru, in January, during 13.3 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Peru, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 14.8" (376mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Peru is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of January, in Peru, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month in Peru.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Peru, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Peru, during January, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Peru, during January, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Peru, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Peru, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Peru, IN

Average temperature in January - Peru, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Peru, IN

Average pressure in January - Peru, IN
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Peru, IN

Average wind speed in January - Peru, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Peru, IN

Average humidity in January - Peru, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Peru, IN

Average rainfall in January - Peru, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Peru, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Peru, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Peru, IN

Average snowfall in January - Peru, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Peru, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Peru, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Peru, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Peru, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Peru, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Peru, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Peru, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Peru, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Peru, IN

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

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

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