January weather forecast
Balsam Lake, WI

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between max 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and min 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and a low-temperature average of 4.8°F (-15.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 92%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Balsam Lake. In Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, during January, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 79 snowfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Balsam Lake, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Balsam Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Balsam Lake?

January is the coldest month in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, with an average high-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

How cold is it in Balsam Lake in January?

Balsam Lake in January has an average high-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Balsam Lake?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January in Balsam Lake?

The average relative humidity in January is 92%.

What is the driest month in Balsam Lake?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Balsam Lake. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Balsam Lake?

In Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Balsam Lake?

In Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, during January, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Balsam Lake have in January?

In January, the average day length in Balsam Lake is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Balsam Lake?

On the first day of January in Balsam Lake, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Balsam Lake?

With an average of 2.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

How many hours of sunshine does Balsam Lake have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Balsam Lake?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Balsam Lake?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average temperature in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average pressure in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average wind speed in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average humidity in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average rainfall in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average snowfall in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average UV index in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Balsam Lake, WI

Average visibility in January - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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