January weather forecastTraverse City, MI
January
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Traverse City, MI
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
