Detroit
January
Weather in Detroit for January 2026
Your guide to Detroit weather in January - trends and predictions
Detroit is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Detroit at the beginning of January is 1.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of -0.9 °F by the end of January.
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7
Dry days
3
Rainy days
21
Snow days
0°/-4°
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19 km/h
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79 %
Avg humidity
Detroit Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  3° | 2  2° | 3 2° | ||||
| 4 2° | 5 1° | 6 -0° | 7 -0° | 8  0° | 9  2° | 10 -0° |
| 11 1° | 12 3° | 13 2° | 14 -2° | 15  -4° | 16  -2° | 17  1° |
| 18  0° | 19 -0° | 20 -4° | 21 -3° | 22 -1° | 23  -1° | 24 -0° |
| 25 -0° | 26 -2° | 27 -0° | 28 -1° | 29 -1° | 30 -1° | 31 -1° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Detroit
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-1° | 5.9 mm | 3.8 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 2.4 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 3.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Overcast | 0° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | 0° /-4° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Cloudy | 0° /-4° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-4° | 6.9 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Overcast | 0° /-4° | 1.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 1.7 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Overcast | 3° /-1° | 4.1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Overcast | 2° /-5° | 1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Overcast | -2° /-7° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Heavy rain at times | -4° /-9° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Moderate snow | -2° /-8° | 2.2 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Patchy moderate snow | 1° /-5° | 0.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-4° | 3.4 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 5.6 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Overcast | -4° /-9° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | -3° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Cloudy | -1° /-8° | 0.7 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Sunny | -1° /-6° | 3.6 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-5° | 2.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 6.1 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Overcast | -2° /-6° | 4 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-6° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Overcast | -1° /-6° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Overcast | -1° /-7° | 0.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Light freezing rain | -1° /-6° | 1.2 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Overcast | -1° /-6° | 4 mm | 2.3 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Detroit 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 Detroit forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Detroit in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Detroit during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 0° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Detroit during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Detroit during January, with a total of 70.6 mm spread over approximately 3 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Detroit in January 2026?
Detroit experiences an average snowfall of 18.2575 cm during January, occurring over 21 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Detroit during January?
The average wind speed in Detroit during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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