January weather forecast
Merritt, MI

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Weather in January

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

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a minimum temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Merritt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.4 days and accumulates 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Merritt, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

How cold is it in Merritt in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Merritt, is 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Merritt, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall 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 January?

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

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 1.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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 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
Merritt, MI

Average temperature in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average pressure in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average wind speed in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average humidity in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average rainfall in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average snowfall in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average UV index in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average visibility in January - Merritt, 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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