January weather forecast
Buffalo, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Buffalo, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and min 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 6.6°F (-14.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Buffalo. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo are January through May, October through December. In January, in Buffalo, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.5 snowfall days, and 17.6" (447mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buffalo, Minnesota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, in Buffalo, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Buffalo, Minnesota.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Buffalo?

The coldest time of the year in Buffalo, Minnesota, is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and a low of 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

How cold is it in Buffalo in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 6.6°F (-14.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Buffalo?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Buffalo?

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

What is the driest month in Buffalo?

The month with the least rainfall in Buffalo is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, Minnesota, in January, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, Minnesota, the average day length in January is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Buffalo?

On the first day of January in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buffalo?

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Buffalo, Minnesota.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Buffalo?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Buffalo?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
24.4°F -4.2°C
19.6°F -6.9°C
23.4°F -4.8°C
Average low temperature
14.7°F -9.6°C
6.6°F -14.1°C
9.5°F -12.5°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
8.2mph 13.2km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.5mph 13.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.9mph 14.3km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
9mph 14.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.4mph 21.6km/h
13.8mph 22.2km/h
13.9mph 22.4km/h
Average humidity
87%
90%
88%
Average rainfall
0.91" 23mm
0.47" 12mm
0.59" 15mm
Average rainfall days
3.8
2.3
2.3
Average snowfall
4.09" 104mm
2.95" 75mm
3.43" 87mm
Average snowfall days
9.9
11.6
11.3
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 1min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
3h 4min
3h 2min
3h 4min
Average sunshine days
19
19.3
17.7
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
63%
65%
63%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Buffalo, MN

Average temperature in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Buffalo, MN

Average pressure in January - Buffalo, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Buffalo, MN

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Buffalo, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Buffalo, MN

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Buffalo, MN

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Buffalo, MN

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Buffalo, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Buffalo, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Buffalo, MN

Average visibility in January - Buffalo, 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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