January weather forecast
Franklin, WI

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Weather in January

January heralds the beginning of the year in Franklin, Wisconsin, establishing a wintry atmosphere with an abundance of cold and snow. White blankets cover the ground frequently, adding to the characteristic chill of the month. Despite this, January shows a slight increase in sunlight hours when compared with December, hinting at the transition towards spring. Around this time, residents of Franklin can also glimpse clear skies, particularly as the month progresses towards February. Notably, January holds the lowest average temperature record in Franklin with a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and going down to 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

Franklin's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Franklin.

Rainfall

In Franklin, during January, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Franklin, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Franklin?

In Franklin, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is January in Franklin?

The high-temperature, in January, in Franklin, records 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Franklin?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Franklin.

What is the average humidity in January in Franklin?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Franklin?

In January, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Franklin?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Franklin in January?

In Franklin, Wisconsin, during January, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

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

In Franklin, Wisconsin, the average day length in January is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Franklin?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Franklin?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Franklin, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Franklin is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
32.4°F 0.2°C
26.1°F -3.3°C
29.5°F -1.4°C
Average low temperature
23.9°F -4.5°C
16°F -8.9°C
18.5°F -7.5°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
10.4mph 16.7km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
11.5mph 18.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.6mph 25.1km/h
16.6mph 26.7km/h
16.6mph 26.7km/h
Average humidity
81%
85%
84%
Average rainfall
0.79" 20mm
0.94" 24mm
0.87" 22mm
Average rainfall days
5.4
3.7
3.2
Average snowfall
1.97" 50mm
3.23" 82mm
2.68" 68mm
Average snowfall days
9.3
13
9.9
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 3min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 0min
3h 4min
3h 5min
Average sunshine days
17.5
14.8
14
Average UV index
1
1
2
Average cloud cover
60%
63%
60%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Franklin, WI

Average temperature in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

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Average pressure in January
Franklin, WI

Average pressure in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Franklin, WI

Average wind speed in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Franklin, WI

Average humidity in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Franklin, WI

Average rainfall in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in January
Franklin, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Franklin, WI

Average snowfall in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Franklin, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Franklin, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Franklin, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Franklin, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Franklin, WI

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Franklin, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Franklin, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Franklin, WI

Average visibility in January - Franklin, WI
  • 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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