January weather forecast
Ransom, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Ransom, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Ransom is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, in Ransom, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ransom, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ransom are January through April, October through December. In Ransom, Illinois, during January, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. In Ransom, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Ransom is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Ransom?

January is the month when Ransom, Illinois, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

How cold is January in Ransom?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ransom are 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 17.2°F (-8.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Ransom?

The average relative humidity in January in Ransom is 83%.

How much does it rain in Ransom in January?

In Ransom, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ransom in January?

In Ransom, Illinois, during January, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ransom have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ransom?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ransom?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Ransom.

How many hours of sunshine does Ransom have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Ransom, Illinois, is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ransom?

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Ransom, Illinois, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Ransom?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ransom, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Ransom, IL

Average temperature in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ransom, IL

Average pressure in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ransom, IL

Average wind speed in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ransom, IL

Average humidity in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ransom, IL

Average rainfall in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ransom, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ransom, IL

Average snowfall in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ransom, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Ransom, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ransom, 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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ransom, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ransom, IL

Average UV index in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Ransom, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Ransom, 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
Ransom, IL

Average visibility in January - Ransom, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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