January weather forecast
Pontiac, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Pontiac, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 30.2°F (-1°C) at the peak and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) at the low.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Pontiac is 82%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Pontiac when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pontiac are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pontiac, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Pontiac is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Pontiac?

In Pontiac, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 30.2°F (-1°C) and reaching a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is it in Pontiac in January?

The high-temperature in Pontiac, Illinois, during January is 30.2°F (-1°C) and the low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Pontiac?

The average relative humidity in January in Pontiac, Illinois, is 82%.

What is the driest month in Pontiac?

January and February are months with the least rain in Pontiac, Illinois, when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Pontiac?

In January, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Pontiac?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Pontiac. Snow falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Pontiac?

In Pontiac, Illinois, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pontiac have in January?

In January, the average day length in Pontiac is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Pontiac?

On the first day of January in Pontiac, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pontiac?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Pontiac?

The average sunshine duration in January in Pontiac is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Pontiac?

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

Average temperature in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Pontiac, IL

Average pressure in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Pontiac, IL

Average wind speed in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Pontiac, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Pontiac, IL

Average rainfall in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Pontiac, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Pontiac, IL

Average snowfall in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (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
Pontiac, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Pontiac, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pontiac, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Pontiac, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Pontiac, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Pontiac, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Pontiac, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Pontiac, IL

Average visibility in January - Pontiac, 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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