January weather forecast
Benton Harbor, MI

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Weather in January

January in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is marked by cold weather with high temperatures just touching 30°F (-1.1°C) and lows falling to a chilly 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The start of the year sees a pressing need for heavy insulation to stave off the wintery cold. The skies remain mostly overcast resulting in shorter daylight hours and minimal sunshine duration. Snowfall is a common sight with a relatively high frequency of snowfall days. Furthermore, strong winds combined with a high relative humidity index foster a bitterly cold climate overall.

Temperature

The coldest period in Benton Harbor tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Benton Harbor. In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Benton Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.9 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Benton Harbor is January, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Benton Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Benton Harbor?

January stands out as Benton Harbor's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

How cold is it in Benton Harbor in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Benton Harbor, is 30°F (-1.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Benton Harbor?

The most humid month in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Benton Harbor?

In Benton Harbor, Michigan, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Benton Harbor?

In January, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Benton Harbor?

In Benton Harbor, Michigan, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Benton Harbor?

In January, the average day length in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Benton Harbor?

On the first day of January in Benton Harbor, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Benton Harbor?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Benton Harbor?

In Benton Harbor, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

How high is the UV index in January in Benton Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average temperature in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average pressure in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average wind speed in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average humidity in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average rainfall in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average snowfall in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average UV index in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Benton Harbor, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Benton Harbor, MI

Average visibility in January - Benton Harbor, 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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