January weather forecast
Big Rapids, MI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Big Rapids, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low of 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Big Rapids, during January, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Big Rapids, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Big Rapids is January, when snow falls for 22.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Big Rapids is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, in Big Rapids, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Big Rapids. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Big Rapids?

Temperature records in Big Rapids, Michigan, mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and lows at 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is January in Big Rapids?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Big Rapids, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the most humid month in Big Rapids?

January is the most humid month in Big Rapids, Michigan, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Big Rapids?

In January, the average relative humidity in Big Rapids, Michigan, is 90%.

How much does it rain in Big Rapids in January?

In Big Rapids, in January, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Big Rapids?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 22.1 days and accumulates 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Big Rapids in January?

In Big Rapids, Michigan, in January, during 22.1 snowfall days, 8.82" (224mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Big Rapids?

In Big Rapids, Michigan, the average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Big Rapids?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Big Rapids, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Big Rapids?

With an average of 2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Big Rapids?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Big Rapids?

The months with the lowest UV index in Big Rapids, Michigan, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Big Rapids?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Rapids, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average temperature in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average pressure in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"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
Big Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average humidity in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average UV index in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Big Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average visibility in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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