January weather forecast
East Alton, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in East Alton, Illinois, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In East Alton, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in East Alton, there are 138 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in East Alton. In East Alton, during January, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In East Alton, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.6 days and aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Alton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in East Alton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in East Alton?

January is the coldest month in East Alton, Illinois, exhibiting average temperatures of 36.1°F (2.3°C) at the peak and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at the base.

How cold is it in East Alton in January?

The high-temperature in East Alton, Illinois, during January is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in East Alton?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in East Alton?

In East Alton, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in East Alton?

In East Alton, in January, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Alton have in January?

In East Alton, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in East Alton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Alton, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in East Alton?

The months with the least sunshine in East Alton are January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does East Alton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in East Alton is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in East Alton?

The months with the lowest UV index in East Alton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in East Alton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
East Alton, IL

Average temperature in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
East Alton, IL

Average pressure in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
East Alton, IL

Average wind speed in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
East Alton, IL

Average humidity in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
East Alton, IL

Average rainfall in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in January
East Alton, IL

Average rainfall days in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
East Alton, IL

Average snowfall in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
East Alton, IL

Average snowfall days in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
East Alton, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
East Alton, IL

Average sunshine days in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
East Alton, IL

Average UV index in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
East Alton, IL

Average cloud cover in January - East Alton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
East Alton, IL

Average visibility in January - East Alton, 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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