Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, United States in January

January-5°C average high

January has some of the coolest average daytime highs of the year, so pack for fresher conditions.

Warmest monthsJune to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

January57mm average rain

January sits on the drier side of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.

Driest monthsJanuary to May and November to December

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

January3 hours average sun

January is one of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore's cloudier months, so sunshine-led plans are less reliable.

Brightest monthsMay to August

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

January2°C average sea

January is one of the coolest sea months, so the water may feel fresher than in peak months.

Warmest seaAugust to September

Sea temperatures are usually near 16°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

January20 weather score

January is one of the weakest weather-score months, when the overall mix is less favourable than the rest of the year.

Best weather monthsJuly to August

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.