January weather forecast
Sterling Heights, MI

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Weather in January

Expect chilly days in Sterling Heights, Michigan, during January. The region encounters temperatures from 18.5°F (-7.5°C) to 28.4°F (-2°C), generally coupled with high humidity at 85%. The strong wind speed of 10.1mph (16.3km/h) contributes to the perceived coldness. Snowfall is a common sight, adding a white layer to the streets. January, with its shorter days, might keep people indoors more frequently than usual.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Sterling Heights, during January, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sterling Heights, during January, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sterling Heights, Michigan, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Sterling Heights, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Sterling Heights, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is January in Sterling Heights?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Sterling Heights, in January, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Sterling Heights, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling Heights have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sterling Heights?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Sterling Heights, MI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average pressure in January - Sterling Heights, 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
Sterling Heights, MI

Average wind speed in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average humidity in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average rainfall in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average snowfall in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sterling Heights, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average UV index in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Sterling Heights, MI

Average visibility in January - Sterling Heights, MI
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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