January weather forecast
Rensselaer, IN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Rensselaer, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

In Rensselaer, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 30.4°F (-0.9°C) at the peak and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rensselaer, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rensselaer, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, in Rensselaer, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Rensselaer, Indiana, is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Rensselaer?

Rensselaer, Indiana, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is it in Rensselaer in January?

In January, in Rensselaer, the average high-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Rensselaer?

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

What is the driest month in Rensselaer?

The month with the least rainfall in Rensselaer is January, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Rensselaer?

In Rensselaer, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rensselaer in January?

In January, in Rensselaer, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Rensselaer, Indiana, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Rensselaer?

On the first day of January in Rensselaer, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rensselaer?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Rensselaer have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rensselaer?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Rensselaer?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Rensselaer is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Rensselaer, IN

Average temperature in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average pressure in January - Rensselaer, 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
Rensselaer, IN

Average wind speed in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average humidity in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Rensselaer, IN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average snowfall in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average UV index in January - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Rensselaer, 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 July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Rensselaer, IN

Average visibility in January - Rensselaer, 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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