January weather forecast
Traverse City, MI

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Stunning golden - brown colorful trees around the scenic Traverse City, Michigan
Stunning golden - brown colorful trees around the scenic Traverse City, Michigan

Weather in January

This snowy season in Traverse City starts with January's frosty days and cool nights. High relative humidity of 87% adds a biting chill to the air although temperatures stay consistent, fluctuating only from 18.1°F (-7.7°C) to 25.7°F (-3.5°C) throughout the month. Winter garments are essential, as snowfall days reach 15.6, exceeding the rainfall with 2.2" (56mm) of snow. The weather scenario changes gracefully in the coming days leading to a slightly warmer February.

Temperature

Traverse City's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) to a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Traverse City.

Rainfall

In Traverse City, in January, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Traverse City, Michigan, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Traverse City are January and November, with an average 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated snow.

Ocean temperature

In Traverse City, Michigan, in January, the average water temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).
Note: In the event of swimming, this state is extremely frigid, dangerous, and poses a significant risk to life. Hypothermia swiftly ensues without suitable insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Traverse City is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of January, in Traverse City, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Traverse City 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Traverse City?

Traverse City reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 25.7°F (-3.5°C) at the peak and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in Traverse City in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Traverse City are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Traverse City?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Traverse City, Michigan.

What is the average humidity in January in Traverse City?

The average relative humidity in January in Traverse City, Michigan, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Traverse City?

In Traverse City, Michigan, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Traverse City?

The months with the most snowfall are January and November, with an average 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Traverse City in January?

In January, in Traverse City, Michigan, it is snowing for 15.6 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Traverse City?

In Traverse City, the average seawater temperature in January is 37.9°F (3.3°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Traverse City have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Traverse City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Traverse City?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Traverse City?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Traverse City?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Traverse City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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January
Feb
Average high temperature
31.3°F -0.4°C
25.7°F -3.5°C
26.4°F -3.1°C
Average low temperature
25.2°F -3.8°C
18.1°F -7.7°C
18.1°F -7.7°C
Average pressure
30.04" 763mmHg
30.03" 763mmHg
30.05" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
12mph 19.3km/h
12mph 19.3km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
12.7mph 20.4km/h
12.6mph 20.3km/h
11.9mph 19.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.4mph 28km/h
17.4mph 28km/h
17.1mph 27.5km/h
Average humidity
84%
87%
86%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
0.51" 13mm
0.47" 12mm
Average rainfall days
4.3
2.8
2.1
Average snowfall
2.01" 51mm
2.2" 56mm
1.97" 50mm
Average snowfall days
12
15.6
14.1
Average sea temperature
40.9°F 4.9°C
37.9°F 3.3°C
35.5°F 1.9°C
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
2h 2min
1h 5min
2h 5min
Average sunshine days
16.4
15.6
14.6
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
78%
82%
79%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Traverse City, MI

Average temperature in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Traverse City, MI

Average pressure in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"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
Traverse City, MI

Average wind speed in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Traverse City, MI

Average humidity in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Traverse City, MI

Average rainfall in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Traverse City, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Traverse City, MI

Average snowfall in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and November (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Traverse City, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 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
Traverse City, MI

Average sea temperature in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 37.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.4°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Traverse City, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Traverse City, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Traverse City, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Traverse City, MI

Average UV index in January - Traverse City, 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
Traverse City, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Traverse City, 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 29).

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Average visibility in January
Traverse City, MI

Average visibility in January - Traverse City, 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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