January weather forecast
Racine, WI

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Weather in January

As the calendar flips into a new year, residents of Racine, Wisconsin are greeted with typical winter weather conditions during the month of January. The city experiences snowfall of 1.02in on an average over 11.8 days, marking it as the month with the highest frequency of snowfall days. It is essential to don protective layers in response to sub-freezing temperatures and boisterous winds characteristic of this time of the year. The crisp winter blue skies are intermittently punctuated by dense clouds, with a relative humidity oscillating in the 84% range. Amidst the frosty environment, the city occasionally basks in sunlight, albeit for short spans, manifesting a serene winter landscape.

Temperature

Racine's January weather, with an average high temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Racine, during January, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.1 rainfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, in Racine, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Racine is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Racine is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Racine?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is it in Racine in January?

Racine in January has an average high-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Racine?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Racine?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Racine in January?

In Racine, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Racine?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Racine in January?

In Racine, Wisconsin, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Racine is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Racine?

On the first day of January in Racine, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Racine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Racine?

The average sunshine duration in January in Racine is 3.6h.

How high is the UV index in January in Racine?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Racine, Wisconsin, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Racine, WI

Average temperature in January - Racine, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Racine, WI

Average pressure in January - Racine, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Racine, WI

Average wind speed in January - Racine, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 13mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Racine, WI

Average humidity in January - Racine, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Racine, WI

Average rainfall in January - Racine, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Racine, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Racine, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Racine, WI

Average snowfall in January - Racine, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Racine, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Racine, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Racine, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Racine, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Racine, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Racine, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Racine, WI

Average UV index in January - Racine, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Racine, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Racine, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Racine, WI

Average visibility in January - Racine, 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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