January weather forecast
Hammond, IN

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Weather in January

Hammond's weather is coldest in January, characterized by freezing temperatures and a steady flow of precipitation. A high relative humidity of 82% marks this as one of the dampest months, while snowfall reaches a peak with 12.5 days of snow, accumulating to a depth of 3.19" (81mm). The city receives only 9.6 hours of daylight each day, with sunshine hidden behind clouds for a bulk of the time. Despite the lower temperatures, one can expect a robust wind gust of up to 16.5mph (26.6km/h).

Temperature

During the coldest month in Hammond, January, temperatures average a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In Hammond, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hammond, in January, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hammond, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hammond, Indiana, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, in Hammond, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Hammond is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

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 average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Hammond?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C), is the coldest month in Hammond.

How cold is January in Hammond?

The high-temperature in Hammond during January is 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and the low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Hammond?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month in Hammond?

The month with the least rainfall in Hammond, Indiana, is January, when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hammond in January?

In Hammond, in January, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hammond in January?

In Hammond, Indiana, in January, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hammond have in January?

In Hammond, Indiana, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hammond?

On the first day of January in Hammond, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hammond?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Hammond.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hammond?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hammond is 3.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Hammond?

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

Average temperature in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in January
Hammond, IN

Average pressure in January - Hammond, IN
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Hammond, IN

Average wind speed in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Hammond, IN

Average humidity in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Hammond, IN

Average rainfall in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in January
Hammond, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Hammond, IN

Average snowfall in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Hammond, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Hammond, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Hammond, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Hammond, IN

Average UV index in January - Hammond, IN
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Hammond, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Hammond, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Hammond, IN

Average visibility in January - Hammond, IN
  • 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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