January weather forecastHoughton, MI
January
Weather in January
January in Houghton, Michigan sees the winter fully set in, with cold temperatures and consistent snowfall being the norm. Among the year's calendar, this month has the highest frequency of snowfall, threads of white blanketing the city with 6.81" (173mm) of snow across approximately 23 days. This frigid weather is coupled with low sunshine hours and high humidity, giving a biting chill to the air that often causes frost. When compared to December, the weather conditions in January are harsher, but they prepare residents for similar conditions in February. Don't forget your heavy winter coat when stepping out this time of year.Temperature
The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Houghton are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January through March Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Houghton, in January, during 23.4 snowfall days, 6.81" (173mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Houghton, there are 105.1 snowfall days, and 36.89" (937mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Houghton, Michigan, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, in Houghton, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Houghton is January, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Houghton, MI
- Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 15.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Houghton, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Houghton, MI
- Average wind speed in January: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
Average humidity in January
Houghton, 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 May (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Houghton, MI
- Average rainfall in January: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.3").
Average rainfall days in January
Houghton, MI
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Houghton, MI
- Average snowfall in January: 6.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Houghton, MI
- Average snowfall days in January: 23.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Houghton, MI
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 30min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Houghton, MI
- Average sunshine days in January: 5.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Houghton, MI
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Houghton, MI
- Average cloud cover in January: 86
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
Houghton, MI
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
