January weather forecast
Kalamazoo, MI

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A beautiful bank on river Kalamazoo in Michigan, with a view of a ship and the Douglas Lighthouse
A beautiful bank on river Kalamazoo in Michigan, with a view of a ship and the Douglas Lighthouse

Weather in January

Kalamazoo, Michigan begins the year enveloped in a typical winter weather, marking the period as one exceptionally cold and frigid. The city experiences the chilling winter with periodic snowfall. Notably, January has an average high and low temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C) respectively, with the likelihood of about 16.8 days of snowfall amounting to approximately 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Compared to more temperate climates, Kalamazoo offers a unique and robust winter experience. As the month proceeds, residents look forward to a slight increase in temperature which signals the approach of February.

Temperature

In Kalamazoo, Michigan, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Rainfall

In Kalamazoo, during January, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 20" (508mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kalamazoo, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of January, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Kalamazoo.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Kalamazoo?

In Kalamazoo, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and reaching a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is it in Kalamazoo in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kalamazoo, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Kalamazoo?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Kalamazoo?

In Kalamazoo, Michigan, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in Kalamazoo in January?

In Kalamazoo, in January, during 6.7 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Kalamazoo?

The month with the most snowfall in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Kalamazoo in January?

In Kalamazoo, in January, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Kalamazoo?

On the first day of January in Kalamazoo, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kalamazoo?

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

How many hours of sunshine does Kalamazoo have in January?

In Kalamazoo, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kalamazoo?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Kalamazoo?

In Kalamazoo, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average temperature in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average pressure in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kalamazoo, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average humidity in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average rainfall in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average snowfall in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kalamazoo, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Kalamazoo, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Kalamazoo, MI

Average visibility in January - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (5mi).

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