January weather forecastKalamazoo, MI
January
Weather in January
Kalamazoo, Michigan begins the year enveloped in a typical winter weather, marking the period as one exceptionally cold and frigid. The city experiences the chilling winter with periodic snowfall. Notably, January has an average high and low temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C) respectively, with the likelihood of about 16.8 days of snowfall amounting to approximately 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Compared to more temperate climates, Kalamazoo offers a unique and robust winter experience. As the month proceeds, residents look forward to a slight increase in temperature which signals the approach of February.Temperature
In Kalamazoo, Michigan, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Kalamazoo, Michigan.Rainfall
In Kalamazoo, during January, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 20" (508mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of snow.Daylight
In Kalamazoo, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of January, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Kalamazoo.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 18°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average pressure in January: 30.08"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
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average humidity in January: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average rainfall in January: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").
Average rainfall days in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average snowfall in January: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kalamazoo, 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 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
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average cloud cover in January: 73
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Kalamazoo, 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).
