January weather forecast
Athens, WI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Athens, Wisconsin, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and max 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months in Athens.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 20.9 days. Throughout January, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.3 days and aggregates up to 37.17" (944mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Athens, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Athens's January weather reaches an average high of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and an average low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January in Athens?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 6.3°F (-14.3°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Athens, during January, snow falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Athens have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Athens, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Athens, WI

Average temperature in January - Athens, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Athens, WI

Average pressure in January - Athens, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Athens, WI

Average wind speed in January - Athens, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Athens, WI

Average humidity in January - Athens, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Athens, WI

Average rainfall in January - Athens, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Athens, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Athens, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Athens, WI

Average snowfall in January - Athens, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Athens, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Athens, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Athens, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Athens, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Athens, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Athens, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Athens, WI

Average UV index in January - Athens, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Athens, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Athens, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Athens, WI

Average visibility in January - Athens, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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