January weather forecast
Joliet, IL

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A unique shot of cars, trees, and buildings along a street in the town of Joliet, Illinois

Weather in January

The climate in Joliet, Illinois in January manifests the heart of winter characterized by its relative coldness and dampness. This month sees the maximum snowfall with 4.33" (110mm) and registers an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C), enumerating the lowest temperatures of the year. Limited sunlight can be expected with short, frost-filled days and prolonged nights, along with the dominance of high relative humidity. Flurries and gusty winds are frequent phenomenon, and a higher percentage of cloud cover is also observed.

Temperature

The coldest period in Joliet tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Joliet, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Joliet, there are 153.6 rainfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Joliet is January, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Joliet, Illinois, is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Joliet?

In Joliet, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

How cold is it in Joliet in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Joliet, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Joliet?

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

How much does it rain in Joliet in January?

In Joliet, Illinois, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Joliet?

The month with the most snowfall in Joliet, Illinois, is January, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Joliet in January?

In Joliet, during January, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

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

In Joliet, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Joliet?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Joliet?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Joliet have in January?

In Joliet, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Joliet?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Joliet is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Joliet, IL

Average temperature in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Joliet, IL

Average pressure in January - Joliet, IL
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Joliet, IL

Average wind speed in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Joliet, IL

Average humidity in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Joliet, IL

Average rainfall in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in January
Joliet, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Joliet, IL

Average snowfall in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Joliet, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Joliet, IL
  • 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Joliet, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Joliet, IL
  • 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 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Joliet, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Joliet, IL

Average UV index in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Joliet, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Joliet, IL

Average visibility in January - Joliet, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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