January weather forecastFarmington Hills, MI
January
Weather in January
Farmington Hills, Michigan, greets the new year with chilly conditions. A typical day features high temperatures nearing 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and low temperatures dropping to around 17.8°F (-7.9°C). January is characterized by regular snowfall, visible breath in the cold air, and a thick sheet of frost adorning the landscape. As the days remain brief, evenings stretch longer, creating a crisp, winter ambiance. With both temperature and daylight hours at a yearly low, it is a month of indoor activities and nights by the fireplace.Temperature
Farmington Hills's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to a low of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).Humidity
In Farmington Hills, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.Rainfall
In Farmington Hills, during January, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Farmington Hills, there are 122 rainfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Farmington Hills, in January, during 12.6 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Farmington Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, in Farmington Hills, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 2.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Farmington Hills, Michigan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Farmington Hills, 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
Farmington Hills, 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
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average humidity in January: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average rainfall in January: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average snowfall in January: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average cloud cover in January: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Farmington Hills, 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).





