January weather forecast
Clayton, MI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Clayton, Michigan, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and min 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

Clayton's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and lows of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Clayton. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Clayton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Clayton's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is it in Clayton in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Clayton, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In Clayton, in January, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in Clayton, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in January?

In January, the average day length in Clayton is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Clayton, MI

Average temperature in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Clayton, MI

Average pressure in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Clayton, MI

Average wind speed in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Clayton, MI

Average humidity in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Clayton, MI

Average rainfall in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Clayton, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Clayton, MI

Average snowfall in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Clayton, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Clayton, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Clayton, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Clayton, MI

Average UV index in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Clayton, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Clayton, MI
  • 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 July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Clayton, MI

Average visibility in January - Clayton, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and September (5mi).

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