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Downers Grove weather in January (Illinois, United States of America)

Is Downers Grove a good destination in January, weather-wise? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Downers Grove tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -0°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -9°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Downers Grove in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 11 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 133 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Downers Grove. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Downers Grove, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 51 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 133 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (22 KM, 14 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?

Visitors traveling to Downers Grove should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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