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Weather in Elgin for January 2026

Your guide to Elgin weather in January - trends and predictions

    Official Weather Alert ⚠️

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  • Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 4 snowy days, Elgin usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
    According to Elgin snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected until the end of the month at Tuesday, 27 January.

  • Temperatures

  • Until now, January 2026 in Elgin is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.9 °C.

  • Expect cooler weather in the next days in Elgin with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 4.1 °C, lower than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Elgin at the beginning of January is 2.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 4.9 °C by the end of January.

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Average dry days
20
Dry days
Average rainy days
7
Rainy days
Average snowy days
4
Snow days
Average temperatures
5°/1°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
26 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

Elgin Weather January

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Temperatures trend during January in Elgin

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January weather in Elgin day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
6° /1° 10.3 mm 0.8 cm
2 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
3° /0° 9.7 mm 0 cm
3 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
2° /0° 6.2 mm 0.3 cm
4 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
2° /-2° 3.8 mm 0.4 cm
5 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
1° /-2° 4.4 mm 1.9 cm
6 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
3° /0° 11.2 mm 3.4 cm
7 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
2° /-3° 6.7 mm 0.3 cm
8 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
1° /-2° 0.5 mm 0 cm
9 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
3° /-2° 5.6 mm 1.1 cm
10 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
1° /-2° 0.9 mm 0.3 cm
11 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
4° /-1° 0.2 mm 0 cm
12 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
7° /2° 0.4 mm 0 cm
13 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
8° /4° 2 mm 0 cm
14 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
7° /4° 0.3 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
9° /4° 0.5 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
6° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
17 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
9° /4° 0.8 mm 0 cm
18 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
7° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
6° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
7° /1° 0.4 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
7° /2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
6° /1° 8.8 mm 1 cm
23 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
5° /1° 4.4 mm 1.4 cm
24 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
6° /2° 10.2 mm 0 cm
25 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
4° /2° 0.3 mm 0 cm
26 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
4° /2° 0.3 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
4° /4° 4.2 mm 0.1 cm
28 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
7° /3° 2.7 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
5° /4° 0.9 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
5° /4° 2 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
5° /4° 5.6 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Elgin in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Elgin forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Elgin in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Elgin during January?

During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 5° and lows near 1°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Elgin during January?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Elgin during January, with a total of 74 mm spread over approximately 7 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

Will it snow in Elgin in January 2026?

Elgin experiences an average snowfall of 1.88 cm during January, occurring over 4 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Elgin during January?

The average wind speed in Elgin during January is 26 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Elgin snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Elgin’s snowy potential this January ❄️
On average, Elgin sees 4 snowy days during January, with approximately 1.9 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Elgin

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Typically, Elgin has 7 rainy days in January with a total of 74 mm of rainfall.

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