January weather forecast
Murphysboro, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Murphysboro, Illinois, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Murphysboro's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Murphysboro, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Murphysboro, in January, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Murphysboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, in Murphysboro, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Murphysboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Murphysboro, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, in Murphysboro, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Murphysboro.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, Illinois, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold does it get in Murphysboro in January?

Murphysboro in January has an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Murphysboro?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, in January, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Murphysboro in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Murphysboro have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Murphysboro?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Murphysboro, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Murphysboro?

The month with the least sunshine in Murphysboro is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Murphysboro have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Murphysboro, Illinois, is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index 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
Murphysboro, IL

Average temperature in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average pressure in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average wind speed in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average humidity in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average rainfall in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average snowfall in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Murphysboro, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average UV index in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Murphysboro, IL

Average visibility in January - Murphysboro, 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).

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