Oak Park weather in January (Illinois, United States of America)
What should you pack for a trip to Oak Park in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.
Temperatures
January in Oak Park generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is part of winter. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 0°C, cooling off to about -8°C at night. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.
Precipitation
Oak Park in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Expect around 10 days of snow/rain based on historical data.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 133 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Oak Park. 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 Oak Park climate page with graphs.
Oak Park, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
0°C
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
53 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
22 km/h *
Sunshine
133 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
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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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.
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