January weather forecastMalta, IL
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Malta, Illinois, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).Temperature
In Malta, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).Humidity
January and July, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Malta.Rainfall
In Malta, in January, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Malta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Malta are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Malta. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 5.55" (141mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Malta, Illinois, is 9h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year in Malta, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Malta are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Malta, IL
- Average high temperature in January: 27°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 15.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Malta, IL
- Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Malta, IL
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Malta, IL
- Average humidity in January: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Malta, IL
- Average rainfall in January: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").
Average rainfall days in January
Malta, IL
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Malta, IL
- Average snowfall in January: 5.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Malta, IL
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Malta, IL
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Malta, IL
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Malta, IL
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Malta, IL
- Average cloud cover in January: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
Malta, IL
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).





