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Alton weather in January (Illinois, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Alton in January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Alton includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 4°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -5°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Precipitation

Alton in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 42 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 7 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 163 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Alton. September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alton climate page with graphs.

 

Alton, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 42 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: St. Louis, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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