January weather forecast
Whitehall, WI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Whitehall, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 7°F (-13.9°C).

Temperature

January is Whitehall's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and lows of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitehall, during January, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68 snowfall days, and 28.11" (714mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Whitehall, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 7°F (-13.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Whitehall. Rain falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Whitehall, during January, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Whitehall, Wisconsin, the average day length in January is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Whitehall is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Whitehall, WI

Average temperature in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in January
Whitehall, WI

Average pressure in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whitehall, WI

Average wind speed in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Whitehall, WI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Whitehall, WI

Average rainfall in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Whitehall, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whitehall, WI

Average snowfall in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whitehall, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whitehall, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Whitehall, WI

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Whitehall, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Whitehall, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Whitehall, WI

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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