January weather forecast
West Elwood, IN

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Elwood, Indiana, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

West Elwood's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 32°F (0°C) and lows of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In West Elwood, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Elwood, in January, during 13 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With an average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In West Elwood, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In West Elwood, in January, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
West Elwood, IN

Average temperature in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in January
West Elwood, IN

Average pressure in January - West Elwood, 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
West Elwood, IN

Average wind speed in January - West Elwood, 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 (6mph).

Average humidity in January
West Elwood, IN

Average humidity in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall days in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall days in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Elwood, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Elwood, 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 24min).

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Elwood, IN

Average sunshine days in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
West Elwood, IN

Average UV index in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
West Elwood, IN

Average cloud cover in January - West Elwood, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
West Elwood, IN

Average visibility in January - West Elwood, 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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