01/06/2026
Aches and Pains Forecast: Week of January 5, 2026... Here is this week’s aches and pains forecast, based on changes in barometric pressure. This outlook is not about high pressure versus low pressure, but rather how quickly pressure is changing, which can be a factor for some people when it comes to joint pain, sinus pressure and headaches.
Arthritis and general aches and pains
Arthritis-related discomfort and general aches tend to be more noticeable during periods of changing pressure. This week, aches and pains may run moderate to occasionally higher early in the week, before dropping to relatively lower levels later in the week as pressure becomes more stable.
Sinus pressure
Sinus pressure can be sensitive to ongoing pressure fluctuations and moisture in the air. With pressure rising and falling at times through the week, sinus pressure may be a moderate to higher issue off and on throughout much of the week, rather than limited to just one or two days.
Migraines
Migraines are often triggered by rapid weather changes. For most of the week, pressure changes are gradual, suggesting a relatively lower migraine risk. However, late in the week and into the weekend, sharper pressure changes may lead to an increased risk for migraine issues, especially during the periods highlighted in red on the forecast.
Everyone reacts differently to weather changes. This forecast highlights general patterns and is intended as a weather-based awareness tool, not a medical forecast.
