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

How does the January weather in Jacksonville compare to other months? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In January, Jacksonville usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 2°C, cooling off to about -8°C at night. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Jacksonville in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 50 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. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 8 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 160 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jacksonville. October typically offers 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 Jacksonville climate page with graphs.

 

Jacksonville, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 160 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Springfield, the United States of America (50 KM, 31 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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