January weather forecastEast Lansing, MI
January
Weather in January
January showcases the essence of East Lansing's cold Michigan winters. The city has the highest frequency of snowfall with up to 17.2 days of snowfall, receiving a peak of 4.25" (108mm). Following a pattern typical of the season, the Michigan city experiences a significant reduction in the number of daylight hours. Bulky winter clothing is recommended due to low temperatures, high relative humidity levels often make the weather feel even colder. Nature starts its pristine winter blanket, painting a characteristic white landscape as East Lansing residents cozy up indoors.Temperature
January, with an average high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In January, in East Lansing, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Lansing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Lansing, Michigan. In January, it is snowing for 17.2 days. Throughout January, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.4 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In East Lansing, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.On the first day of January in East Lansing, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in East Lansing is January, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in January in East Lansing, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average high temperature in January: 27.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average humidity in January: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average rainfall in January: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").
Average rainfall days in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average snowfall in January: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average snowfall days in January: 17.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
East Lansing, 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: 2h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.6 days).
Average UV index in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average cloud cover in January: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
East Lansing, MI
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (5mi).
