January weather forecast
Rapid River, MI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Rapid River, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

Rapid River experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a minimum of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rapid River, during January, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rapid River, there are 139.7 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rapid River, Michigan, in January, during 18.4 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rapid River, there are 76.5 snowfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Rapid River is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Rapid River?

In Rapid River, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

How cold is it in Rapid River in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Rapid River, is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What are the most humid months in Rapid River?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Rapid River?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Rapid River?

In Rapid River, Michigan, during January, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rapid River in January?

In Rapid River, Michigan, during January, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Rapid River?

In January, the average day length in Rapid River is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Rapid River?

On the first day of January in Rapid River, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rapid River?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Rapid River, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapid River have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rapid River?

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Rapid River, Michigan, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Rapid River?

In Rapid River, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Rapid River, MI

Average temperature in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Rapid River, MI

Average pressure in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"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
Rapid River, MI

Average wind speed in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Rapid River, MI

Average humidity in January - Rapid River, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Rapid River, MI

Average rainfall in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Rapid River, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rapid River, MI

Average snowfall in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rapid River, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rapid River, MI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rapid River, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rapid River, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Rapid River, MI

Average UV index in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Rapid River, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Rapid River, MI

Average visibility in January - Rapid River, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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