January weather forecast
Cambridge, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Cambridge, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and min 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In Cambridge, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, in January, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cambridge, Illinois, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cambridge, Illinois, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Cambridge?

January, recording an average high temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C), is Cambridge's coldest month.

How cold is January in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, 28.2°F (-2.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.5°F (-8.6°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Cambridge?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, in January, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Cambridge?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Cambridge. Snow falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cambridge in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cambridge have in January?

The average day length in January in Cambridge, Illinois, is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cambridge?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cambridge?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Cambridge is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cambridge?

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Cambridge, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cambridge, IL

Average temperature in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cambridge, IL

Average pressure in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Cambridge, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cambridge, IL

Average humidity in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cambridge, IL

Average rainfall in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cambridge, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cambridge, IL

Average snowfall in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cambridge, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cambridge, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cambridge, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cambridge, IL

Average UV index in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Cambridge, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Cambridge, IL

Average visibility in January - Cambridge, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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