January weather forecast
Rock Island, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Rock Island, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

Rock Island records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low of 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Rock Island.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rock Island, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.1 days and collects up to 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Rock Island is January, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rock Island, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Rock Island, Illinois, is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Rock Island. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Rock Island?

January is the coldest month in Rock Island, exhibiting average temperatures of 28°F (-2.2°C) at the peak and 15.6°F (-9.1°C) at the base.

How cold is it in Rock Island in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Rock Island, is 28°F (-2.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

What are the most humid months in Rock Island?

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Rock Island?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Rock Island?

In Rock Island, in January, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Rock Island?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Rock Island, Illinois. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Rock Island?

In January, in Rock Island, Illinois, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rock Island have in January?

In Rock Island, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rock Island?

On the first day of January in Rock Island, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rock Island?

The month with the least sunshine in Rock Island, Illinois, is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rock Island have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rock Island?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Rock Island?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Rock Island, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index 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
Rock Island, IL

Average temperature in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Rock Island, IL

Average pressure in January - Rock Island, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Rock Island, IL

Average wind speed in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Rock Island, IL

Average humidity in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Rock Island, IL

Average rainfall in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in January
Rock Island, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Rock Island, IL

Average snowfall in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Rock Island, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Rock Island, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rock Island, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Rock Island, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Rock Island, IL

Average UV index in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Rock Island, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Rock Island, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Rock Island, IL

Average visibility in January - Rock Island, 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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