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Pontiac weather in January (Michigan, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Pontiac this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

January in Pontiac generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -1°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -9°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Pontiac in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. This month experiences about 14 days of snow according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 117 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Pontiac. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Pontiac climate page with graphs.

 

Pontiac, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 59 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 117 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 40% *  
Data from: Detroit, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Pontiac should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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