January weather forecastAlexandria, MN
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Alexandria, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and 4.5°F (-15.3°C).Temperature
January is the month when Alexandria sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and a low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In January, 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 are January through May, October through December. In January, in Alexandria, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.3 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 9min.On the first day of January, 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.
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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alexandria, MN
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
