January weather forecast
Gibraltar, MI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gibraltar, Michigan, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In Gibraltar, Michigan, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Gibraltar, during January, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.6 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gibraltar, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Gibraltar, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.5 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).
Note: In the event of swimming, this state is extremely frigid, dangerous, and poses a significant risk to life. Hypothermia swiftly ensues without suitable insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Gibraltar is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:45 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 is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Gibraltar, in January, the average high-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Gibraltar, during January, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gibraltar in January?

In Gibraltar, Michigan, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Gibraltar, in January, the average water temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Gibraltar have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Gibraltar, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gibraltar?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Gibraltar, 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 temperature in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average temperature in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average pressure in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"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
Gibraltar, MI

Average wind speed in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average humidity in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average rainfall in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average snowfall in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average sea temperature in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 33.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gibraltar, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Gibraltar, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Gibraltar, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Gibraltar, MI

Average visibility in January - Gibraltar, 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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