January weather forecastBackus, MN
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Backus, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and 3.2°F (-16°C).Temperature
The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and a low of 3.2°F (-16°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.Rainfall
January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Backus. In Backus, Minnesota, in January, during 19.6 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.6 snowfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Backus, MN
- Average high temperature in January: 17.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 3.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Backus, MN
- Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Backus, MN
- Average wind speed in January: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Backus, MN
- Average humidity in January: 92%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Backus, MN
- Average rainfall in January: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").
Average rainfall days in January
Backus, MN
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Backus, MN
- Average snowfall in January: 4.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Backus, MN
- Average snowfall days in January: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Backus, MN
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Backus, MN
- Average sunshine days in January: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in January
Backus, 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
Backus, MN
- Average cloud cover in January: 77
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in January
Backus, MN
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
