January weather forecast
Wisconsin Dells, WI

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The hard and rocky surface of the Witches Gulch tourist attraction spot hidden within the Wisconsin Dells region
The hard and rocky surface of the Witches Gulch tourist attraction spot hidden within the Wisconsin Dells region

Weather in January

There is a distinct cold temperature in January in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, USA, the thermometer's mercury rarely moves above 22.5°F (-5.3°C). Evidence of the city's winter season, snowfall is frequent and is expected between 11.9 days in January. The New Year brings more daylight, but sunshine remains modest, maintaining the chilly ambiance. Winds are noticeable with gusts reaching higher speeds, contributing to the frosty feel. Undoubtedly, January's postcard-worthy snowscape and misty mornings give quite a chilly kick-off to the year.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Wisconsin Dells, exhibiting average temperatures of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) at the peak and 10°F (-12.2°C) at the base.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Wisconsin Dells. Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wisconsin Dells, in January, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Wisconsin Dells, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Wisconsin Dells?

Wisconsin Dells experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a minimum of 10°F (-12.2°C).

How cold is it in Wisconsin Dells in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Wisconsin Dells, is 22.5°F (-5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 10°F (-12.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Wisconsin Dells?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Wisconsin Dells?

In Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Wisconsin Dells?

The month with the least rainfall in Wisconsin Dells is January, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wisconsin Dells in January?

In Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, in January, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wisconsin Dells in January?

In Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, in January, during 11.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Wisconsin Dells?

The average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Wisconsin Dells?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wisconsin Dells?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wisconsin Dells have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wisconsin Dells?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Wisconsin Dells?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average temperature in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°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 (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average pressure in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average wind speed in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average humidity in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average rainfall in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average snowfall in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average UV index in January - Wisconsin Dells, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Wisconsin Dells, WI

Average visibility in January - Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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