January weather forecast
Munising, MI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Munising, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 16.3°F (-8.7°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Munising experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 20.8 days. Throughout January, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.2 snowfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).
Note: During swimming, this circumstance is both life-threatening and incredibly perilous. The intense cold sensation provokes rapid hyperventilation. The use of a specialized swimsuit is imperative to prevent thermal injuries.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 1.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Munising, Michigan.

UV index

January through March, 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 average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With its average high temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

Munising in January has an average high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Munising, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 20.8 days. Throughout January, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January?

In Munising, the average seawater temperature in January is 36.5°F (2.5°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Munising?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Munising?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Munising, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Munising?

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?

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

Average temperature in January - Munising, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Munising, MI

Average pressure in January - Munising, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"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
Munising, MI

Average wind speed in January - Munising, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Munising, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Munising, MI

Average rainfall in January - Munising, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Munising, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Munising, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Munising, MI

Average snowfall in January - Munising, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Munising, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Munising, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Munising, MI

Average sea temperature in January - Munising, MI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 36.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (33.8°F).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Munising, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Munising, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Munising, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Munising, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Munising, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Munising, MI

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

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

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