Weather in January in Michigan
Are you planning a trip a to Michigan in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Michigan in January?
Michigan is a region in the United States of America. January in Michigan generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. The month of January is in the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -7°C in Ironwood to 1°C in South Haven. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C in South Haven and -16°C in Ironwood. January is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Iron Mountain with an average of 25 mm to moderate snowfall in Niles with 88 mm.For specific regional insights in Michigan for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Michigan climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Michigan?
Mackinaw City
In January Mackinaw City generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Detroit
In January Detroit generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Benton Harbor
In January Benton Harbor generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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South Haven
In January South Haven generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Stevensville
In January Stevensville generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Michigan, in the United States of America.
Is January the best time to visit Michigan?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Michigan due to the typically poor weather in Mackinaw City.
Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Mackinaw City. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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