January weather forecast
Rhinelander, WI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and an average high of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

Rhinelander's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.9 days and typically collects 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rhinelander, in January, during 21.7 snowfall days, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rhinelander, there are 101.3 snowfall days, and 45.47" (1155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rhinelander, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Rhinelander, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 7.7°F (-13.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.9 days and typically collects 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Rhinelander, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rhinelander in January?

In Rhinelander, during January, snow falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rhinelander have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rhinelander have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average pressure in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average wind speed in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and November (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average humidity in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average rainfall in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average snowfall in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rhinelander, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Rhinelander, WI

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

Average cloud cover in January
Rhinelander, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Rhinelander, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 81

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Rhinelander, WI

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

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

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