January weather forecastAlbany, MN

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Albany, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 5°F (-15°C) and max 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 5°F (-15°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 Albany. Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Albany, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.5 snowfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Albany, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January, known for its average high temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and an average low temperature of 5°F (-15°C), is the coldest month.

The high-temperature in Albany during January is 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and the low-temperature is 5°F (-15°C).

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

In Albany, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

In January, the rain falls for 1.2 days. Throughout January, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Albany, in January, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

The average day length in January is 9h and 11min.

On the first day of January in Albany, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January in Albany, Minnesota, is 3.2h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Albany, MN

  • Average high temperature in January: 18.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in January
Albany, MN

  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Albany, MN

  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Albany, MN

  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Albany, MN

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Albany, MN

  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Albany, MN

  • Average snowfall in January: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Albany, MN

  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Albany, MN

  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Albany, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Albany, MN

  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Albany, 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).