January weather forecast
Lakeland, MI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Lakeland, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lakeland, during January, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Lakeland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lakeland, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.5 days and aggregates up to 17.05" (433mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lakeland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Lakeland, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Lakeland, in January, during 12.1 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lakeland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Lakeland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lakeland, MI

Average temperature in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Lakeland, MI

Average pressure in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"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
Lakeland, MI

Average wind speed in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Lakeland, MI

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Lakeland, MI

Average rainfall in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Lakeland, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lakeland, MI

Average snowfall in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lakeland, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lakeland, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lakeland, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Lakeland, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Lakeland, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Lakeland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Lakeland, MI

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

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

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