January weather forecastBirmingham, MI
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Birmingham, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and max 28.4°F (-2°C).Temperature
During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Birmingham is 84%.Rainfall
In Birmingham, during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Birmingham, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Birmingham are January through May, October through December. In Birmingham, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Birmingham, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average wind speed in January: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average humidity in January: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average rainfall in January: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").
Average rainfall days in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average snowfall in January: 4.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average cloud cover in January: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Birmingham, MI
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).





