January weather forecast
Burlington, WI

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Weather in January

Unfavorable outdoor conditions characterize January in Burlington, Wisconsin, due to moderate snowfall and cold weather, remarkably the lowest with minimum temperatures plunging down to 14.4°F (-9.8°C). Ice sports aficionados, however, revel in the abundant snow, frequent enough to paint the smallest details of nature with its white brush. Consistent weather conditions grant abundant cloud cover, steering the sunlight away for the greater part of the month, a perpetual cloak guarding against the sharp winter sun. In its stead, humidity makes its presence known, adding a chilling bite to the cold. A new year dawns with crepuscular rays breaking through the thick layer of clouds, promising warmer weather in the months to follow.

Temperature

Burlington's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and lows of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, in January, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Burlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is Burlington's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and lows of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Burlington, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Burlington in January?

In Burlington, during January, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Burlington, in January, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Burlington have in January?

In January, the average day length in Burlington is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Burlington have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Burlington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Burlington, WI

Average temperature in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Burlington, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Burlington, WI

Average wind speed in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Burlington, WI

Average humidity in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Burlington, WI

Average rainfall in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Burlington, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Burlington, WI

Average snowfall in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Burlington, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Burlington, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Burlington, WI

Average UV index in January - Burlington, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Burlington, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Burlington, WI

Average visibility in January - Burlington, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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