January weather forecastSaugatuck, MI

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Saugatuck, Michigan, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

Saugatuck records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saugatuck, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout January, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Saugatuck, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is the coldest month.

In January, in Saugatuck, the average high-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

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

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

In Saugatuck, Michigan, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout January, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"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
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average wind speed in January: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average humidity in January: 84%

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

Average rainfall in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average rainfall in January: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min

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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Saugatuck, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average cloud cover in January: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Saugatuck, MI

  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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