January weather forecast
Pekin, IL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Pekin, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

Pekin, Illinois, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in Pekin, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout January, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pekin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pekin, Illinois, are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Pekin. Snow falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Pekin, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Pekin?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Pekin, Illinois, reaching 31.3°F (-0.4°C) at the peak and 19°F (-7.2°C) at the low.

How cold is it in Pekin in January?

During January, Pekin experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Pekin?

In Pekin, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Pekin?

In Pekin, in January, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Pekin?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Pekin. Snow falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Pekin?

In January, in Pekin, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Pekin?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pekin?

The month with the least sunshine in Pekin, Illinois, is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Pekin?

The average sunshine duration in January in Pekin is 4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Pekin?

In Pekin, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Pekin, IL

Average temperature in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in January
Pekin, IL

Average pressure in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Pekin, IL

Average wind speed in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Pekin, IL

Average humidity in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in January
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Pekin, IL

Average snowfall in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Pekin, IL

Average snowfall days in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Pekin, IL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in January
Pekin, IL

Average UV index in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Pekin, IL

Average cloud cover in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Pekin, IL

Average visibility in January - Pekin, IL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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