Detroit weather in January (Michigan, United States of America)
Looking to travel to Detroit in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, Detroit typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -7°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.
Detroit in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 14 days.
The area enjoys a balanced 117 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Detroit. May, July and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Detroit climate page with graphs.
Detroit, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-7°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
59 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
74%
Sunshine
117 hours
Percentage Sunshine
40%
Where to go in the United States of America in January
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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