January weather forecast
Riverton, IL

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Riverton, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Riverton is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January in Riverton, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Riverton, Illinois, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Riverton?

January is the month when Riverton sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

How cold is January in Riverton?

During January, Riverton experiences an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Riverton?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Riverton?

In Riverton, during January, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Riverton?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Riverton?

In January, in Riverton, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Riverton have in January?

The average day length in January in Riverton, Illinois, is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Riverton?

On the first day of January in Riverton, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Riverton?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverton have in January?

In Riverton, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Riverton?

In Riverton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Riverton, IL

Average temperature in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Riverton, IL

Average pressure in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Riverton, IL

Average wind speed in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Riverton, IL

Average humidity in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Riverton, IL

Average rainfall in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in January
Riverton, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Riverton, IL

Average snowfall in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Riverton, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8 days

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Riverton, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Riverton, IL

Average UV index in January - Riverton, 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
Riverton, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Riverton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Riverton, IL

Average visibility in January - Riverton, 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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