January weather forecast
Buffalo Grove, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.6°F (-8°C) and max 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a minimum temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month in Buffalo Grove.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Grove, during January, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Buffalo Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.2 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo Grove are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, in Buffalo Grove, sunrise is at 7:06 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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Buffalo Grove is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Buffalo Grove?

Buffalo Grove's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 28°F (-2.2°C) and lows of 17.6°F (-8°C).

How cold is it in Buffalo Grove in January?

During January, Buffalo Grove experiences an average high-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the most humid month in Buffalo Grove?

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Buffalo Grove?

In Buffalo Grove, Illinois, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in Buffalo Grove in January?

In Buffalo Grove, Illinois, in January, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Buffalo Grove?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Buffalo Grove in January?

In Buffalo Grove, Illinois, in January, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Buffalo Grove?

The average day length in January in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Buffalo Grove?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buffalo Grove?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Buffalo Grove?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Buffalo Grove?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Buffalo Grove is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average temperature in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average pressure in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average humidity in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average UV index in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average visibility in January - Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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