January weather forecast
Elgin, OH

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Elgin, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Elgin's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and lows of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elgin, there are 172 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elgin, during January, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.2 snowfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elgin, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Elgin, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Elgin, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Elgin?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Elgin, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Elgin, in January, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in January?

In January, the average day length in Elgin is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elgin have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Elgin, OH

Average temperature in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Elgin, OH

Average pressure in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elgin, OH

Average wind speed in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Elgin, OH

Average humidity in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Elgin, OH

Average rainfall in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Elgin, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elgin, OH

Average snowfall in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elgin, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elgin, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elgin, OH
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elgin, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Elgin, OH

Average UV index in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Elgin, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Elgin, OH

Average visibility in January - Elgin, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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