January weather forecastMelrose Park, IL
January
Weather in January
January in Melrose Park, Illinois, sees the year starting off with chilly and snowy conditions. The winter month experiences high levels of humidity making the cold feel even icier. Maximum wind gusts are usually clocked at 16.2mph (26.1km/h), which combined with an average snowfall of 4.21" (107mm), results in a frosty 10.8 days of the month. The coldest temperatures around this time tend to hover between a biting 19.4°F (-7°C) and a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). Despite the frigid conditions, with a cloud% of 61 and daylight hours stretching to an average of 9.5 hours, the frosty beauty of January is undeniably captivating.Temperature
In Melrose Park, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 28.9°F (-1.7°C) at the peak and 19.4°F (-7°C) at the lowest.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melrose Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Melrose Park, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 19.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Melrose Park, 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
Melrose Park, IL
- Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average humidity in January: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average rainfall in January: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").
Average rainfall days in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average snowfall in January: 4.21"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Melrose Park, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Melrose Park, IL
- Average cloud cover in January: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in January
Melrose Park, 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).
