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Joliet Weather in January

January in Joliet brings very low temperatures, with highs of 0°C (32°F) and nights dropping to -9°C (16°F). Expect some snowfall, with around 52 mm (2 in) typical for the month.

Rainfall in Joliet in January

Past climate data indicates that roughly 11 days will see snow, totalling around 52 mm (2 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Joliet in January

Joliet in January gets highs of 0°C (32°F) during the day and drops to -9°C (16°F) at night. January is typically considered a winter month. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. With overnight lows of -9°C (16°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Sunshine in Joliet in January

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 133 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

January in Joliet can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Joliet Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C (16°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm (2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 133 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Joliet in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Joliet in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Joliet in January

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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