January weather forecast
Ishpeming, MI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Ishpeming, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and an average high of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and a minimum temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

In Ishpeming, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Ishpeming. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 25.9 days. Throughout January, 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ishpeming, during the entire year, snow falls for 124.7 days and aggregates up to 62.4" (1585mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ishpeming is 9h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) to a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ishpeming, records 20.8°F (-6.2°C), while the low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 25.9 days. Throughout January, 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ishpeming have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ishpeming?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ishpeming have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 1.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average pressure in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average wind speed in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average humidity in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average rainfall in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average snowfall in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 25.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (25.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Ishpeming, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average UV index in January - Ishpeming, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Ishpeming, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Ishpeming, 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 35).

Average visibility in January
Ishpeming, MI

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

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

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