January weather forecast
Marquette, MI

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Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan
Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan

Weather in January

January in Marquette, Michigan characteristically sees cold weather and regular snowfall, creating a winter wonderland. With an average low temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C), the city experiences its coldest month. Skies remain significantly overcast, contributing to the wintry feel. Despite the bitter cold, outdoor activities abound, as the snowfall offers excellent conditions for winter sports. Residents and visitors alike adapt to these conditions, layering up and venturing outdoors to embrace the chill.

Temperature

Marquette's January weather reaches an average high of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and an average low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.6 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Marquette, in January, during 23.4 snowfall days, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marquette, there are 113.9 snowfall days, and 48.7" (1237mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Marquette is 9h and 4min.
On the first day of January in Marquette, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Marquette?

Marquette's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to a low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

How cold is January in Marquette?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Marquette, is 21.4°F (-5.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Marquette?

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

What is the driest month in Marquette?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Marquette in January?

In Marquette, Michigan, in January, during 2.6 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Marquette in January?

In Marquette, in January, during 23.4 snowfall days, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Marquette have in January?

In Marquette, Michigan, the average day length in January is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Marquette?

On the first day of January in Marquette, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Marquette?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Marquette have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Marquette?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Marquette.

How high is the UV index in January in Marquette?

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

Average temperature in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Marquette, MI

Average pressure in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Marquette, MI

Average wind speed in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Marquette, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in January
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Marquette, 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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Marquette, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Marquette, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Marquette, MI

Average UV index in January - Marquette, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Marquette, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Marquette, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Marquette, MI

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

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

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