January weather forecast
Muskegon, MI

An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan
An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Muskegon, Michigan, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Muskegon, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Muskegon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Muskegon are January through April, October through December. In Muskegon, during January, snow falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Muskegon, the average seawater temperature in January is 39.2°F (4°C).
Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Muskegon, Michigan, is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Muskegon, Michigan. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translate into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Muskegon?

With an average high-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), January is the coldest month in Muskegon.

What is the temperature in January in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Muskegon?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month in Muskegon.

What is the average humidity in January in Muskegon?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, Michigan, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, Michigan, during January, snow falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in January is 39.2°F (4°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January in Muskegon?

In January, the average day length in Muskegon, Michigan, is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Muskegon?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Muskegon, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Muskegon?

The month with the least sunshine in Muskegon is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Muskegon have in January?

In Muskegon, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Muskegon?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Muskegon?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Muskegon is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Muskegon, MI

Average temperature in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Muskegon, MI

Average pressure in January - Muskegon, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Muskegon, MI

Average wind speed in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Muskegon, MI

Average humidity in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Muskegon, MI

Average rainfall in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
Muskegon, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Muskegon, MI

Average snowfall in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Muskegon, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Muskegon, MI

Average sea temperature in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 39°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (37°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 25min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 20min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 2min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Muskegon, MI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Muskegon, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Muskegon, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Muskegon, MI

Average visibility in January - Muskegon, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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