January weather forecast
Michigan City, IN

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Weather in January

Expect January in Michigan City, Indiana to be a winter tableau; as the city receives 3.15" (80mm) of snow over 14.5 days, it is indeed a chilly month. Snow dusts the rooftops and covers the landscape, offering opportunities for winter recreational activities. This is the coldest period of the year, and thermal clothing would be essential amidst the icy winter winds. The relative humidity is slated to be quite high, possibly leading to frost and cold damp mornings. Overall, the start of the year sees a typical winter weather with short days and long, cold nights.

Temperature

Michigan City reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 30.2°F (-1°C) at the peak and 20.8°F (-6.2°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Michigan City, during January, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 27.13" (689mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Michigan City?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Michigan City, is 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Michigan City, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Michigan City, in January, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Michigan City, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Michigan City have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Michigan City, IN

Average temperature in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Michigan City, IN

Average pressure in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Michigan City, IN

Average wind speed in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Michigan City, IN

Average humidity in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Michigan City, IN

Average rainfall in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Michigan City, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Michigan City, IN

Average snowfall in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Michigan City, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Michigan City, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Michigan City, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Michigan City, IN

Average UV index in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Michigan City, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Michigan City, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Michigan City, IN

Average visibility in January - Michigan City, IN
  • 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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