January weather forecast
Elk, IN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Elk, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 34.3°F (1.3°C) at the peak and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) at the low.

Humidity

In Elk, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elk, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elk, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Elk. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of January, in Elk, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elk, the average sunshine in January is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 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. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. 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. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Elk?

With average high and low temperatures of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively, January is Elk's coldest month.

How cold is January in Elk?

During January, Elk experiences an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elk?

The average relative humidity in January in Elk is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Elk?

In Elk, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Elk?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Elk?

In Elk, in January, during 10.1 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elk have in January?

In Elk, Indiana, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Elk?

On the first day of January in Elk, Indiana, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elk?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Elk, Indiana, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elk?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Elk?

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

Average temperature in January - Elk, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Elk, IN

Average pressure in January - Elk, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Elk, IN

Average wind speed in January - Elk, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elk, IN

Average humidity in January - Elk, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elk, IN

Average rainfall in January - Elk, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elk, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Elk, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elk, IN

Average snowfall in January - Elk, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elk, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Elk, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Elk, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Elk, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Elk, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elk, IN

Average UV index in January - Elk, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Elk, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Elk, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Elk, IN

Average visibility in January - Elk, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and December (5mi).

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