January weather forecast
Afton, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Afton, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

Afton's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 19.4°F (-7°C) to a low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Afton. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Afton, in January, during 16.4 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Afton, Minnesota, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Afton is 9h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Afton?

The coldest period in Afton is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 19.4°F (-7°C) and a low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

How cold is January in Afton?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Afton, is 19.4°F (-7°C), while the average low-temperature is 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Afton?

January is the most humid month in Afton, Minnesota, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January in Afton?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month in Afton?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Afton in January?

In Afton, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Afton in January?

In Afton, Minnesota, during January, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Afton have in January?

The average day length in January in Afton is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Afton?

On the first day of January in Afton, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Afton?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Afton?

The average sunshine duration in January in Afton, Minnesota, is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Afton?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Afton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Afton, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Afton, MN

Average temperature in January - Afton, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Afton, MN

Average pressure in January - Afton, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Afton, MN

Average wind speed in January - Afton, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Afton, MN

Average humidity in January - Afton, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Afton, MN

Average rainfall in January - Afton, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Afton, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Afton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Afton, MN

Average snowfall in January - Afton, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Afton, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Afton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Afton, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Afton, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Afton, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Afton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Afton, MN

Average UV index in January - Afton, MN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Afton, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Afton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Afton, MN

Average visibility in January - Afton, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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