January weather forecast
Big Rapids, MI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Big Rapids, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low of 15.8°F (-9°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Big Rapids, in January, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 22.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, in Big Rapids, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and as low as 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Big Rapids, in January, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Big Rapids?

In Big Rapids, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Big Rapids, during January, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 22.1 days and accumulates 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Big Rapids, during January, snow falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Rapids have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Big Rapids is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average temperature in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average pressure in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"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
Big Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

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
Big Rapids, MI

Average humidity in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Rapids, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average UV index in January - Big Rapids, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Big Rapids, MI

Average visibility in January - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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