January weather forecast
Bay City, MI

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Weather in January

Cold fronts traverse Bay City, Michigan, with January seeing the lowest average temperatures, tipping between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C). Snowfall governs the cityscape, accompanied by high humidity. Winter sports enthusiasts in Bay City find delight in the month when the city is veiled under its heaviest blankets of snow. Although sunshine is a scarce luxury in January, the beauty of snow-laden surroundings creates a picturesque backdrop for residents and visitors alike. Despite the cold, the early year charm of the city, encompassing frozen lakes and snow-swept pavements, prevails.

Temperature

Bay City, Michigan, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Bay City.

Rainfall

In Bay City, in January, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bay City, Michigan, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bay City, Michigan, are January through April, October through December. In Bay City, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bay City, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bay City is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Bay City is January, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bay City are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Bay City?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), is considered the coldest month in Bay City.

How cold is it in Bay City in January?

In Bay City, 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Bay City?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Bay City?

In Bay City, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in Bay City in January?

In Bay City, in January, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Bay City?

In January, in Bay City, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bay City?

In January, the average day length in Bay City is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Bay City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bay City, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

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

The month with the least sunshine in Bay City, Michigan, is January, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

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

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bay City?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Bay City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Bay City, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bay City, MI

Average temperature in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Bay City, MI

Average pressure in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"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
Bay City, MI

Average wind speed in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Bay City, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Bay City, MI

Average rainfall in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Bay City, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bay City, MI

Average snowfall in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bay City, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bay City, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Bay City, MI

Average UV index in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Bay City, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Bay City, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Bay City, MI

Average visibility in January - Bay 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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