January weather forecast
Alpena, MI

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Weather in January

Snowfall dominates the weather in Alpena, Michigan during January. High humidity, combined with low temperatures reaching up to 25.9°F (-3.4°C), results in a monthly precipitation of 3.58" (91mm) in the form of snow. This creates a winter wonderland draped across the city. The restrictive daylight hours and overcast skies allow for few sunlit moments. These climatic conditions make January a pivotal period in the winter season of Alpena.

Temperature

Alpena's January weather reaches an average high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months in Alpena.

Rainfall

In Alpena, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Alpena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Alpena, in January, the average water temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).
Note: In relation to swimming, this scenario is excessively cold, perilous, and a direct threat to life. Hypothermia strikes rapidly in the absence of insulated waterproof gear.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Alpena?

In Alpena, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is it in Alpena in January?

The high-temperature in Alpena, Michigan, during January is 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Alpena?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Alpena.

What is the average humidity in January in Alpena?

In January, the average relative humidity in Alpena is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in Alpena?

In Alpena, in January, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Alpena?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Alpena, Michigan. Snow falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Alpena?

In Alpena, during January, snow falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Alpena?

In Alpena, the average seawater temperature in January is 37.4°F (3°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in January in Alpena?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Alpena?

On the first day of January in Alpena, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alpena?

The month with the least sunshine in Alpena, Michigan, is January, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpena have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Alpena is 1.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alpena?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Alpena?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Alpena is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
31.8°F -0.1°C
25.9°F -3.4°C
26.8°F -2.9°C
Average low temperature
25.3°F -3.7°C
18°F -7.8°C
18°F -7.8°C
Average pressure
30.03" 763mmHg
30.02" 763mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.7mph 18.8km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.2mph 26.1km/h
16.1mph 25.9km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
Average humidity
82%
86%
86%
Average rainfall
0.94" 24mm
0.79" 20mm
0.71" 18mm
Average rainfall days
8.4
5.1
4.4
Average snowfall
2.52" 64mm
3.58" 91mm
3.15" 80mm
Average snowfall days
16.5
20.3
17.4
Average sea temperature
39°F 3.9°C
37°F 2.8°C
36°F 2.2°C
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 1min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
2h 2min
1h 5min
2h 4min
Average sunshine days
10.7
8.4
10.4
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
75%
80%
75%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Alpena, MI

Average temperature in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18°F).

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Average pressure in January
Alpena, MI

Average pressure in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Alpena, MI

Average wind speed in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Alpena, MI

Average humidity in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Alpena, MI

Average rainfall in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Alpena, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Alpena, MI

Average snowfall in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Alpena, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Alpena, MI

Average sea temperature in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 37°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (36°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alpena, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Alpena, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Alpena, MI

Average UV index in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Alpena, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Alpena, MI

Average visibility in January - Alpena, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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