January weather forecast
Skokie, IL

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Weather in January

The conditions of Skokie weather in January are typically cold and snowy, ushering in the new year with freezing temperatures. The highest recorded temperature in January is only 28.9°F (-1.7°C), solidifying its position as one of the coldest months of the year. There is also an increased possibility of snowfall during this month, painting the city in a blanket of white. Residents often bundle up and stay indoors to avoid the frigid outdoor climate. Overall, the weather in Skokie, Illinois in January tends to be harsh, with an emphasis on cold, snowy conditions.

Temperature

In Skokie, Illinois, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Skokie, in January, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Skokie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skokie are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Skokie is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, in Skokie, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Skokie are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Skokie?

January, recording an average high temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), is Skokie's coldest month.

How cold is it in Skokie in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Skokie, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Skokie?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Skokie?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Skokie?

In Skokie, Illinois, in January, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Skokie?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Skokie in January?

In Skokie, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Skokie is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Skokie?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Skokie?

The month with the least sunshine in Skokie is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Skokie?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Skokie.

What is the UV index reading in January in Skokie?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Skokie, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
35.1°F 1.7°C
28.9°F -1.7°C
31.8°F -0.1°C
Average low temperature
27.1°F -2.7°C
19.8°F -6.8°C
22.5°F -5.3°C
Average pressure
30.09" 764mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
11.4mph 18.3km/h
12.2mph 19.6km/h
11.6mph 18.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
12.1mph 19.5km/h
12.7mph 20.4km/h
12.2mph 19.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.8mph 27km/h
17.6mph 28.3km/h
17.8mph 28.6km/h
Average humidity
80%
82%
81%
Average rainfall
0.94" 24mm
1.26" 32mm
1.22" 31mm
Average rainfall days
6.8
6.1
5.4
Average snowfall
1.54" 39mm
2.56" 65mm
2.44" 62mm
Average snowfall days
9.4
11.7
9.2
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 3min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 0min
3h 4min
3h 5min
Average sunshine days
15.6
12.3
12.3
Average UV index
1
1
2
Average cloud cover
59%
62%
59%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Skokie, IL

Average temperature in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Skokie, IL

Average pressure in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Skokie, IL

Average wind speed in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Skokie, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Skokie, IL

Average rainfall in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in January
Skokie, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Skokie, IL

Average snowfall in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Skokie, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Skokie, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Skokie, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Skokie, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Skokie, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Skokie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Skokie, IL

Average visibility in January - Skokie, 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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