January weather forecast
Lansing, MI

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The Capitol building in Lansing, Michigan, hosting the legislative arm of the US government
The Capitol building in Lansing, Michigan, hosting the legislative arm of the US government

Weather in January

The start of the year in Lansing, Michigan, USA brings with it cold weather and persistent snowfall. January has an average high temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C). On top of this, the city experiences snowfall of 4.33" (110mm) over 16.2 days. Skies tend to be grey with high overcast, blocking sunshine for the majority of the day. Winds blow at moderate speeds, making the temperature feel even chillier.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and as low as 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Lansing, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Lansing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.6 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Lansing is January, when snow falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, 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 is January, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Lansing?

January, recording an average high temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and a low temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), is Lansing's coldest month.

How cold is it in Lansing in January?

Lansing in January has an average high-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Lansing?

January is the most humid month in Lansing, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Lansing?

In Lansing, Michigan, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How much does it rain in Lansing in January?

In Lansing, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Lansing?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Lansing, Michigan. Snow falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lansing in January?

In Lansing, in January, during 16.2 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in January?

In Lansing, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lansing?

On the first day of January in Lansing, Michigan, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lansing?

The month with the least sunshine in Lansing is January, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lansing?

In Lansing, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lansing?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Lansing?

In Lansing, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lansing, MI

Average temperature in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°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 (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Lansing, MI

Average pressure in January - 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Lansing, MI

Average wind speed in January - 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).

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Average humidity in January
Lansing, MI

Average humidity in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lansing, MI

Average rainfall in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in January
Lansing, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lansing, MI

Average snowfall in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Lansing, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 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
Lansing, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lansing, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lansing, MI

Average UV index in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Lansing, MI

Average cloud cover in January - 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).

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Average visibility in January
Lansing, MI

Average visibility in January - Lansing, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September and December (5mi).

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