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Glen Ellyn weather in January (Illinois, United States of America)

What kind of weather does January bring to Glen Ellyn? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Glen Ellyn typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is known for being in the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -1°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -9°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Precipitation

Glen Ellyn in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Historically, the month has about 10 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 133 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Glen Ellyn. 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 Glen Ellyn climate page with graphs.

 

Glen Ellyn, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 133 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 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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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?

Visitors traveling to Glen Ellyn 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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