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

What weather conditions can you expect in Skokie this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Skokie typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 0°C, while nights can cool down to about -8°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Skokie in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 52 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 11 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

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 Skokie. 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 Skokie climate page with graphs.

 

Skokie, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 133 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (14 KM, 9 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?

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
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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