January weather forecastPetoskey, MI
January
Weather in January
Petoskey, Michigan, experiences a chilly period in January, with significant snowfall contributing to a predominantly cold and wet weather pattern. High snowfall of up to 7.76" (197mm) marks this month distinctively. Hooded coats and weather-resistant gear become necessary as the low temperatures and high precipitation levels keep the streets in a constant freeze-thaw cycle. Incoming Arctic air dominates, leading to cloudy skies and high humidity. Winds are also notable, adding an icy chill to an already cold atmosphere.Temperature
With an average high-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), January is the coldest month.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Petoskey, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petoskey, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Petoskey, in January, snow falls for 21.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.76" (197mm) of snow. In Petoskey, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.7 days and aggregates up to 33.62" (854mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 12min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 1.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates 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 midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average high temperature in January: 25°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average pressure in January: 30.02"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
Petoskey, MI
- Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average rainfall in January: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").
Average rainfall days in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average snowfall in January: 7.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average snowfall days in January: 21.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average sunshine days in January: 6.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Petoskey, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average cloud cover in January: 85
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Petoskey, MI
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
