January weather forecast
Dowagiac, MI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Dowagiac, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Dowagiac is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Dowagiac, Michigan, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dowagiac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.1 days and collects up to 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dowagiac. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Dowagiac is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dowagiac, Michigan, is January, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Dowagiac is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Dowagiac?

Dowagiac, Michigan, experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a minimum of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is it in Dowagiac in January?

In Dowagiac, 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Dowagiac?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in Dowagiac?

In Dowagiac, Michigan, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in Dowagiac in January?

In Dowagiac, Michigan, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dowagiac?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Dowagiac in January?

In Dowagiac, Michigan, in January, during 18.7 snowfall days, 6.81" (173mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dowagiac have in January?

In Dowagiac, Michigan, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Dowagiac?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dowagiac?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Dowagiac, Michigan, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dowagiac?

In Dowagiac, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Dowagiac?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dowagiac, Michigan, is 2. 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
Dowagiac, MI

Average temperature in January - Dowagiac, 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: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Dowagiac, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average wind speed in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average humidity in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average rainfall in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average snowfall in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dowagiac, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Dowagiac, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Dowagiac, MI

Average visibility in January - Dowagiac, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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