January weather forecast
Winnetka, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Winnetka, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and min 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Winnetka's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Winnetka, Illinois, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Winnetka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 35.28" (896mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Winnetka. Snow falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Winnetka is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Winnetka, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Winnetka?

January, having an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Winnetka in January?

During January, Winnetka experiences an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Winnetka?

January is the most humid month in Winnetka, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Winnetka?

The average relative humidity in January in Winnetka is 82%.

How much does it rain in Winnetka in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Winnetka?

The month with the most snowfall in Winnetka is January, when snow falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Winnetka in January?

In Winnetka, in January, during 13.1 snowfall days, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Winnetka, Illinois, is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Winnetka?

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, in Winnetka, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Winnetka?

The month with the least sunshine in Winnetka, Illinois, is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Winnetka have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Winnetka is 3.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Winnetka?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Winnetka is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Winnetka, IL

Average temperature in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Winnetka, IL

Average pressure in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Winnetka, IL

Average wind speed in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Winnetka, IL

Average humidity in January - Winnetka, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Winnetka, IL

Average rainfall in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Winnetka, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Winnetka, IL

Average snowfall in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Winnetka, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Winnetka, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Winnetka, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Winnetka, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Winnetka, IL

Average UV index in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Winnetka, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Winnetka, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Winnetka, IL

Average visibility in January - Winnetka, 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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