January weather forecast
Empire, MI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Empire, Michigan, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

In Empire, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Empire are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with its average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Empire, during January, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Empire, in January, during 19.1 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Empire?

In Empire, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.8h.

What is the month 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?

In Empire, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Empire, MI

Average temperature in January - Empire, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Empire, MI

Average pressure in January - Empire, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"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
Empire, MI

Average wind speed in January - Empire, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Empire, MI

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Empire, MI

Average rainfall in January - Empire, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Empire, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Empire, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Empire, MI

Average snowfall in January - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Empire, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Empire, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Empire, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Empire, MI

Average UV index in January - Empire, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Empire, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Empire, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 83

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Empire, MI

Average visibility in January - Empire, 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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