January weather forecast
Cottage Grove, MN

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Weather in January

Cottage Grove sees the chill of winter in full swing in January, with snow covering the landscape. Snowfall reaches its peak at 4.13" (105mm), painting a picturesque, frosty scene. The already short daylight hours shrink further, and the city rests under daily high temperatures barely making it above freezing. Even the winds seem to relay the chill, gusting at a cold 13mph (20.9km/h), spreading icy whispers around. This month defines the quintessential Minnesota winter landscape, with every exhale forming a cloud of frosty breath.

Temperature

Cottage Grove's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cottage Grove, in January, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Cottage Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January in Cottage Grove, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cottage Grove 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Cottage Grove?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Cottage Grove, with averages ranging from a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) to a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is it in Cottage Grove in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Cottage Grove?

January is the most humid month in Cottage Grove, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month in Cottage Grove?

The month with the least rainfall in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, is January, when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cottage Grove in January?

In January, in Cottage Grove, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cottage Grove in January?

In January, in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Cottage Grove?

In January, the average day length in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cottage Grove?

On the first day of January in Cottage Grove, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cottage Grove?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottage Grove have in January?

In Cottage Grove, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cottage Grove?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average temperature in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average pressure in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average wind speed in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average humidity in January - Cottage Grove, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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
Cottage Grove, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average UV index in January - Cottage Grove, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average visibility in January - Cottage Grove, 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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