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

Can you expect sunny skies in Gurnee in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Gurnee includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Winter occurs in January. Expect temperatures to climb to -1°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -9°C. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Gurnee in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see snowfall.

Average sunshine

With about 133 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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

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

 

Gurnee, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 41 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 133 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 46% *  

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (43 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 Gurnee 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

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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