January weather forecast
Frankfort, MI

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Weather in January

January brings about a chilly atmosphere to Frankfort, Michigan, quite characteristic of the bracing temperatures of winter. The month begins on a generally freezing note, setting a steady pace for the elements of the season. Whimsical snowfall can transform the landscape into a frosted wonderland. January records the second highest number of snowfall days at 11.8, and the snowfall measures 1.06" (27mm). It paints a picture of a quiet town settling down to brace the winter.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at the peak and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) at the base.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Frankfort.

Rainfall

In Frankfort, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.1 rainfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Frankfort. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Frankfort, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, in Frankfort, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 1.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Frankfort, Michigan.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Frankfort are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Frankfort?

The coldest month in Frankfort, Michigan, is January, with an average high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is it in Frankfort in January?

January temperatures in Frankfort, Michigan, vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Frankfort?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Frankfort, Michigan.

What is the average humidity in January in Frankfort?

The average relative humidity in January in Frankfort is 85%.

How much does it rain in Frankfort in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Frankfort?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Frankfort. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Frankfort?

In January, in Frankfort, Michigan, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Frankfort?

The average day length in January in Frankfort, Michigan, is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Frankfort?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Frankfort?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Frankfort?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Frankfort, Michigan, is 1.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Frankfort?

The months with the lowest UV index in Frankfort, Michigan, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Frankfort, MI

Average temperature in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Frankfort, MI

Average pressure in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Frankfort, MI

Average wind speed in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Frankfort, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Frankfort, MI

Average rainfall in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Frankfort, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Frankfort, MI

Average snowfall in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Frankfort, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Frankfort, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Frankfort, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and May (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Frankfort, MI

Average UV index in January - Frankfort, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Frankfort, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Frankfort, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 81

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Frankfort, MI

Average visibility in January - Frankfort, 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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