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

How is January weather typically in Effingham? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Effingham typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 3°C. At night, it falls to around -7°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Effingham in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 8 days of snow/rain.

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

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

 

Effingham, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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.

Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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