January weather forecast
Empire, MI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Empire, Michigan, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and max 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at the peak and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the base.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Empire, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In January, in Empire, Michigan, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Empire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Empire are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Empire, Michigan, is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January in Empire, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Empire are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Empire?

Empire's January weather, with an average high temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is it in Empire in January?

In Empire, 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Empire?

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month in Empire.

What is the average humidity in January in Empire?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Empire in January?

In Empire, Michigan, in January, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Empire?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Empire?

In Empire, in January, during 19.1 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Empire, Michigan, the average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Empire?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Empire, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Empire?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Empire have in January?

In Empire, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Empire?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Empire?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Empire, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Empire, MI

Average temperature in January - Empire, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Empire, MI

Average pressure in January - Empire, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"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
Empire, MI

Average wind speed in January - Empire, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Empire, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Empire, MI

Average rainfall in January - Empire, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in January
Empire, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Empire, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Empire, MI

Average snowfall in January - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Empire, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 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
Empire, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Empire, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Empire, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Empire, MI

Average UV index in January - Empire, 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
Empire, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Empire, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 83

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Empire, MI

Average visibility in January - Empire, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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