January weather forecast
Kankakee, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Kankakee, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Kankakee experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Kankakee is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kankakee, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.5 days and collects up to 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kankakee, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of January, in Kankakee, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Kankakee, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Kankakee?

Kankakee's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 30°F (-1.1°C) to a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is it in Kankakee in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 30°F (-1.1°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Kankakee?

In Kankakee, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kankakee?

In January, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Kankakee?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Kankakee in January?

In Kankakee, in January, during 5.8 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kankakee have in January?

The average day length in January in Kankakee is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kankakee?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kankakee?

The month with the least sunshine in Kankakee, Illinois, is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kankakee have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kankakee?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Kankakee?

In Kankakee, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kankakee, IL

Average temperature in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Kankakee, IL

Average pressure in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Kankakee, IL

Average wind speed in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Kankakee, IL

Average humidity in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

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
Kankakee, IL

Average rainfall in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in January
Kankakee, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Kankakee, IL

Average snowfall in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Kankakee, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Kankakee, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kankakee, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kankakee, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kankakee, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Kankakee, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Kankakee, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Kankakee, IL

Average visibility in January - Kankakee, 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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