January weather forecastWilmington, IL
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Wilmington, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).Temperature
Wilmington's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and lows of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Wilmington, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wilmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Wilmington, in January, during 10.6 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Wilmington, Illinois.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Wilmington, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average humidity in January: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average rainfall in January: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.69").
Average rainfall days in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average snowfall in January: 3.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average cloud cover in January: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in January
Wilmington, IL
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, July and August (5mi).





