January weather forecast
Pocahontas, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Pocahontas, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

In Pocahontas, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pocahontas, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Pocahontas. In Pocahontas, in January, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.3 snowfall days, and 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Pocahontas is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Pocahontas?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Pocahontas, reaching 36.1°F (2.3°C) at the peak and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at the low.

How cold is it in Pocahontas in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Pocahontas, records 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Pocahontas?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in Pocahontas in January?

In Pocahontas, Illinois, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pocahontas in January?

In Pocahontas, Illinois, in January, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Pocahontas?

The average day length in January in Pocahontas is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Pocahontas?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pocahontas, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Pocahontas?

January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pocahontas.

How many hours of sunshine does Pocahontas have in January?

In Pocahontas, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pocahontas?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Pocahontas?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average temperature in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°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 (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average pressure in January - Pocahontas, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average wind speed in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average humidity in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Pocahontas, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Pocahontas, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Pocahontas, IL

Average visibility in January - Pocahontas, 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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