January weather forecast
Macatawa, MI

Share

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Macatawa, Michigan, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C), is Macatawa's coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Macatawa, Michigan, in January, during 7 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Macatawa are January through May, October through December. In Macatawa, during January, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow. In Macatawa, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.5 days and aggregates up to 17.44" (443mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Macatawa, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Macatawa?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

How cold is it in Macatawa in January?

January temperatures in Macatawa vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Macatawa?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Macatawa?

The average relative humidity in January in Macatawa, Michigan, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Macatawa in January?

In January, in Macatawa, Michigan, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Macatawa in January?

In Macatawa, in January, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Macatawa have in January?

In January, the average day length in Macatawa, Michigan, is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Macatawa?

On the first day of January in Macatawa, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Macatawa?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Macatawa have in January?

In Macatawa, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Macatawa?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Macatawa?

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

Average temperature in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Macatawa, MI

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

Average wind speed in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Macatawa, MI

Average humidity in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Macatawa, MI

Average rainfall in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Macatawa, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Macatawa, MI

Average snowfall in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Macatawa, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Macatawa, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Macatawa, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Macatawa, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Macatawa, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Macatawa, MI

Average visibility in January - Macatawa, 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).

Macatawa, Michigan, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location