January weather forecast
Sanford, MI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sanford, Michigan, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Sanford, during January, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.3 rainfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Sanford is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Sanford, is 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Sanford, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Sanford, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Sanford, during January, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sanford, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:46 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 long on average sun shines in January?

In Sanford, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November 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 Sanford, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sanford, MI

Average temperature in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Sanford, MI

Average pressure in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"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
Sanford, MI

Average wind speed in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Sanford, MI

Average humidity in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Sanford, MI

Average rainfall in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Sanford, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sanford, MI

Average snowfall in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sanford, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Sanford, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Sanford, MI

Average UV index in January - Sanford, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Sanford, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Sanford, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

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

Average visibility in January
Sanford, MI

Average visibility in January - Sanford, 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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