January weather forecast
Sterling Heights, MI

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Weather in January

Expect chilly days in Sterling Heights, Michigan, during January. The region encounters temperatures from 18.5°F (-7.5°C) to 28.4°F (-2°C), generally coupled with high humidity at 85%. The strong wind speed of 10.1mph (16.3km/h) contributes to the perceived coldness. Snowfall is a common sight, adding a white layer to the streets. January, with its shorter days, might keep people indoors more frequently than usual.

Temperature

Sterling Heights's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Sterling Heights.

Rainfall

In Sterling Heights, in January, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sterling Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sterling Heights, during January, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Sterling Heights, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Sterling Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Sterling Heights?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is it in Sterling Heights in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sterling Heights during January are 28.4°F (-2°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Sterling Heights?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Sterling Heights?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Sterling Heights?

In Sterling Heights, in January, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sterling Heights in January?

In Sterling Heights, Michigan, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling Heights have in January?

In January, the average day length in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sterling Heights?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sterling Heights, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sterling Heights?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

How long on average sun shines in January in Sterling Heights?

In Sterling Heights, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Sterling Heights?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is 2. 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
Sterling Heights, MI

Average temperature in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average pressure in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average wind speed in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average humidity in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average rainfall in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average snowfall in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Sterling Heights, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sterling Heights, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average UV index in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average visibility in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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