January weather forecast
Benton, WI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Benton, Wisconsin, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 12°F (-11.1°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a minimum temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Benton, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Benton is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Benton are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Benton are January and February, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Benton is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Benton, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Benton?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

How cold is January in Benton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Benton during January are 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 12°F (-11.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Benton?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Benton?

The average relative humidity in January in Benton, Wisconsin, is 88%.

What is the driest month in Benton?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Benton in January?

In Benton, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Benton?

The months with the most snowfall in Benton, Wisconsin, are January and February, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Benton in January?

In January, in Benton, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Benton have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Benton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Benton, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Benton?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Benton?

The average sunshine duration in January in Benton is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Benton?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Benton, Wisconsin.

How high is the UV index in January in Benton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Benton is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Benton, WI

Average temperature in January - Benton, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in January
Benton, WI

Average pressure in January - Benton, WI
  • 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Benton, WI

Average wind speed in January - Benton, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Benton, WI

Average humidity in January - Benton, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Benton, WI

Average rainfall in January - Benton, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Benton, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Benton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Benton, WI

Average snowfall in January - Benton, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Benton, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Benton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Benton, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Benton, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Benton, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Benton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Benton, WI

Average UV index in January - Benton, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Benton, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Benton, WI
  • 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 32).

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Average visibility in January
Benton, WI

Average visibility in January - Benton, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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