January weather forecast
Green Bay, WI

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The sun setting over Green Bay in Wisconsin
The sun setting over Green Bay in Wisconsin

Weather in January

Green Bay, Wisconsin, witnesess some of its coldest days in January, as temperatures generally range from a low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C) to a high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C). With overcast skies being a common sight, the rays of sunshine are limited to an average of just 3.5 hours per day. The chilly winds with an average speed of 10.1mph (16.3km/h), only intensify the cold. Snowfall is frequent and at times heavy in January, making it a favorite month for winter enthusiasts who cherish the snowy landscapes.

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Green Bay, in January, snow falls for 15.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow. In Green Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.7 days and aggregates up to 23.27" (591mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).
Note: In the activity of swimming, this is perceived as lethal and exceedingly dangerous. The cold water elicits sharp pain and instant hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to mitigate thermal detriment.

Daylight

In Green Bay, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Green Bay records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Green Bay, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Green Bay, during January, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Green Bay, in January, snow falls for 15.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Green Bay have in January?

In January, the average day length in Green Bay is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Green Bay, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Green Bay.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Green Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Green Bay, WI

Average temperature in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Green Bay, WI

Average pressure in January - Green Bay, WI
  • 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Green Bay, WI

Average wind speed in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Green Bay, WI

Average humidity in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Green Bay, WI

Average rainfall in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Green Bay, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Green Bay, WI

Average snowfall in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Green Bay, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Green Bay, WI

Average sea temperature in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 37.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36.1°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Green Bay, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Green Bay, WI
  • 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: 3h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Green Bay, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Green Bay, WI

Average UV index in January - Green Bay, WI
  • 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
Green Bay, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Green Bay, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Green Bay, WI

Average visibility in January - Green Bay, WI
  • 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).

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