January weather forecast
Elkhart, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Elkhart, Illinois, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Elkhart sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Elkhart, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Elkhart is January, when snow falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Elkhart, Illinois, is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 32.5°F (0.3°C) at the peak and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in Elkhart in January?

During January, Elkhart experiences an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, Illinois, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Elkhart in January?

In Elkhart, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Elkhart?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Elkhart, Illinois. Snow falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Elkhart in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Elkhart?

The average day length in January in Elkhart, Illinois, is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Elkhart?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elkhart?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Elkhart?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Elkhart?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value 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
Elkhart, IL

Average temperature in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Elkhart, IL

Average pressure in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Elkhart, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elkhart, IL

Average humidity in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elkhart, IL

Average snowfall in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elkhart, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Elkhart, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Elkhart, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elkhart, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Elkhart, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Elkhart, IL

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

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

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