January weather forecast
West Salem, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Salem, Illinois, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C), is West Salem's coldest month.

Humidity

In West Salem, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Salem, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in West Salem. January is the month with the most snowfall in West Salem. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Salem, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January in West Salem, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in West Salem.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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 daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. 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. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in West Salem?

In West Salem, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Is January cold in West Salem?

West Salem in January has an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in West Salem?

In January, the average relative humidity in West Salem, Illinois, is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Salem in January?

In West Salem, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in West Salem?

January is the month with the most snowfall in West Salem. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in West Salem in January?

In West Salem, Illinois, in January, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Salem have in January?

In January, the average day length in West Salem, Illinois, is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in West Salem?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Salem, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Salem?

The month with the least sunshine in West Salem, Illinois, is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Salem have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Salem?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in West Salem?

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

Average temperature in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Salem, IL

Average pressure in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
West Salem, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Salem, IL

Average humidity in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Salem, IL

Average rainfall in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Salem, IL

Average rainfall days in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Salem, IL

Average snowfall in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Salem, IL

Average snowfall days in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
West Salem, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Salem, IL

Average sunshine days in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Salem, IL

Average UV index in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
West Salem, IL

Average cloud cover in January - West Salem, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
West Salem, IL

Average visibility in January - West Salem, 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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