January weather forecast
Alexandria, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Alexandria, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and min 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and an average low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Alexandria is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In January, in Alexandria, Minnesota, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alexandria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alexandria are January through May, October through December. In Alexandria, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alexandria, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.3 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alexandria, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, in Alexandria, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Alexandria?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and a low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

How cold is it in Alexandria in January?

The high-temperature during January is 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and the low-temperature is 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Alexandria?

The most humid month in Alexandria, Minnesota, is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Alexandria?

In January, the average relative humidity in Alexandria, Minnesota, is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January in Alexandria?

In January, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alexandria in January?

In Alexandria, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria have in January?

The average day length in January in Alexandria, Minnesota, is 9h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Alexandria?

On the first day of January in Alexandria, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alexandria?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Alexandria.

How long on average sun shines in January in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alexandria?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Alexandria?

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

Average temperature in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.5°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 (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Alexandria, MN

Average pressure in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Alexandria, MN

Average wind speed in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Alexandria, MN

Average humidity in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Alexandria, MN

Average rainfall in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
Alexandria, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Alexandria, MN

Average snowfall in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Alexandria, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Alexandria, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Alexandria, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Alexandria, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Alexandria, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Alexandria, 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 30).

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Average visibility in January
Alexandria, MN

Average visibility in January - Alexandria, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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