January weather forecastEureka, IL

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Eureka, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In Eureka, Illinois, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Eureka, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Eureka, Illinois, are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Eureka is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of January in Eureka, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Eureka.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Eureka. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is recognized as the coldest in Eureka, Illinois.

The average high-temperature, in January, in Eureka, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

The average relative humidity in January in Eureka is 81%.

In Eureka, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

The months with the most snowfall in Eureka are January and February, with an average 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated snow.

In January, in Eureka, Illinois, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

In Eureka, Illinois, the average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

On the first day of January in Eureka, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

January has the least sunshine of the year in Eureka, Illinois, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Eureka, Illinois, is 3.9h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Eureka, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°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 (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°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 (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.22").

Average rainfall days in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average snowfall in January: 2.8"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 42min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Eureka, IL

  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Eureka, 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).