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Temperatures trend during January in Lake Michigan

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January weather in Lake Michigan day by day

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December February

Date	Weather	Temperatures	Rain	Snow
Jan. 1	Light freezing rain	-2° /-5°	1 mm	0 cm
Jan. 2	Overcast	-2° /-4°	0 mm	0 cm
Jan. 3	Light freezing rain	-2° /-5°	1.6 mm	0 cm
Jan. 4	Overcast	-3° /-5°	0.2 mm	0 cm
Jan. 5	Light freezing rain	-1° /-3°	2.1 mm	1.2 cm
Jan. 6	Light freezing rain	-1° /-2°	11.7 mm	8.2 cm
Jan. 7	Overcast	1° /-2°	0.2 mm	0 cm
Jan. 8	Light snow	-1° /-3°	10.2 mm	0.5 cm
Jan. 9	Moderate rain	2° /-3°	13.6 mm	0 cm
Jan. 10	Moderate snow	0° /-2°	11.4 mm	6.8 cm
Jan. 11	Light freezing rain	-1° /-2°	0.4 mm	0 cm
Jan. 12	Light snow	1° /-1°	6.3 mm	1.2 cm
Jan. 13	Light snow	1° /-4°	2.2 mm	0 cm
Jan. 14	Light freezing rain	-2° /-8°	2.3 mm	0.5 cm
Jan. 15	Overcast	-3° /-6°	0.2 mm	0 cm
Jan. 16	Light freezing rain	0° /-3°	16 mm	11.1 cm
Jan. 17	Moderate snow	1° /-2°	13.4 mm	9.5 cm
Jan. 18	Light snow	-1° /-8°	1.1 mm	0.4 cm
Jan. 19	Light freezing rain	-7° /-13°	4.8 mm	2.3 cm
Jan. 20	Light freezing rain	-9° /-15°	2 mm	0.5 cm
Jan. 21	Light freezing rain	-8° /-11°	15.8 mm	10.5 cm
Jan. 22	Light snow	-4° /-10°	8.5 mm	1.8 cm
Jan. 23	Light freezing rain	-8° /-11°	4.6 mm	0.9 cm
Jan. 24	Overcast	-7° /-11°	0 mm	0 cm
Jan. 25	Light freezing rain	-4° /-8°	1.1 mm	0.4 cm
Jan. 26	Overcast	-4° /-9°	0 mm	0 cm
Jan. 27	Light rain	-3° /-6°	3.8 mm	1 cm
Jan. 28	Light freezing rain	-3° /-8°	0.4 mm	0 cm
Jan. 29	Overcast	-3° /-6°	0 mm	0 cm
Jan. 30	Cloudy	-1° /-8°	0 mm	0 cm
Jan. 31	Fog	0° /-4°	0 mm	0 cm
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Important Notice

Our weather forecast for Lake Michigan in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lake Michigan forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

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Lake Michigan in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lake Michigan during January?

Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.

How much rainfall should be expected in Lake Michigan during January?

Significant rainfall exceeding 135 mm is expected in Lake Michigan during January, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Lake Michigan in January 2027?

Lake Michigan experiences an average snowfall of 56.9 cm during January, occurring over 10 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Lake Michigan during January?

The average wind speed in Lake Michigan during January is 34 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Lake Michigan snow forecast January 2027

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On average, Lake Michigan sees 10 snowy days during January, with approximately 56.9 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Lake Michigan

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Typically, Lake Michigan has 6 rainy days in January with a total of 135 mm of rainfall.

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Sun.	Mon.	Tue.	Wed.	Thu.	Fri.	Sat.
					1 -2°	2 -2°
3 -2°	4 -3°	5 -1°	6 -1°	7 1°	8 -1°	9 2°
10 0°	11 -1°	12 1°	13 1°	14 -2°	15 -3°	16 0°
17 1°	18 -1°	19 -7°	20 -9°	21 -8°	22 -4°	23 -8°
24 -7°	25 -4°	26 -4°	27 -3°	28 -3°	29 -3°	30 -1°
31 0°