January weather forecast
Southfield, MI

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Weather in January

Consistently blanketed in winter's chill, Southfield, Michigan embraces the New Year with an atmospheric medley of frost, chill, and heightened moisture levels. High humidity levels at 84% mold the air's density, concealing the city in fog and cold moisture. A white landscape thrives, as dancers of winter flurries sporadically grace the city skyline. Temperature fluctuations amid this month mustn't be taken lightly; thermometers tend to record a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and sink no lower than 18.1°F (-7.7°C). Despite the frigid weather, the town character radiates warmth quite fitting of a quintessential winter in Michigan.

Temperature

January is Southfield's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 28.4°F (-2°C) and lows of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Southfield, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Southfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Southfield, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Southfield is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period in Southfield is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Southfield, records 28.4°F (-2°C), while the low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Southfield?

In Southfield, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Southfield, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout January, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Southfield have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Southfield have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Southfield?

January 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Southfield, MI

Average temperature in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Southfield, MI

Average pressure in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Southfield, MI

Average wind speed in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Southfield, MI

Average humidity in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Southfield, MI

Average rainfall in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Southfield, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Southfield, MI

Average snowfall in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Southfield, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Southfield, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Southfield, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Southfield, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Southfield, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Southfield, MI

Average visibility in January - Southfield, 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).

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