January weather forecast
Houghton Lake, MI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Houghton Lake, Michigan, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and max 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Houghton Lake, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In January, in Houghton Lake, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Houghton Lake, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Houghton Lake is January, when snow falls for 21.4 days and typically aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Houghton Lake is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, in Houghton Lake, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Houghton Lake?

In Houghton Lake, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

How cold is January in Houghton Lake?

The high-temperature in Houghton Lake during January is 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and the low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Houghton Lake?

January is the most humid month in Houghton Lake, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Houghton Lake?

In Houghton Lake, Michigan, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January in Houghton Lake?

In January, in Houghton Lake, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Houghton Lake?

The month with the most snowfall in Houghton Lake is January, when snow falls for 21.4 days and typically aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Houghton Lake in January?

In Houghton Lake, Michigan, during January, snow falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton Lake have in January?

In January, the average day length in Houghton Lake is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Houghton Lake?

On the first day of January in Houghton Lake, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Houghton Lake?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Houghton Lake, Michigan, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton Lake have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Houghton Lake is 1.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Houghton Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index in Houghton Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Houghton Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Houghton Lake, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average temperature in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average pressure in January - Houghton Lake, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average wind speed in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average humidity in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average rainfall in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average snowfall in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Houghton Lake, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average UV index in January - Houghton Lake, 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
Houghton Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Houghton Lake, MI

Average visibility in January - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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