January weather forecast
Ely, MN

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Small patches of islands with dense tree cover in the scenic Bear Head State Park in Ely, Minnesota
Small patches of islands with dense tree cover in the scenic Bear Head State Park in Ely, Minnesota

Weather in January

January in Ely, Minnesota, is expansive with cold temperatures, coupled with frequent snowfall making it the traditional winter month. Most days in January are overcast due to the high relative humidity of 94%. Falling to an average low of -0.8°F (-18.2°C) and peaking at an average high of 14.2°F (-9.9°C), January days are typically chilly. As winter grips the city, long, cold nights and comparatively short days of approximately 8.9 hours of daylight persist. Flurries of snow add a charm to Ely's cityscape, with snowfall being a common occurrence throughout the month.

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and a low of -0.8°F (-18.2°C), is recognized as the coldest in Ely.

Humidity

The most humid month in Ely is January, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 23.7 days. Throughout January, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ely, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.7 days and aggregates up to 50.43" (1281mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ely, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ely are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. 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 part of the year is the coldest in Ely?

Ely, Minnesota, reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 14.2°F (-9.9°C) at the peak and -0.8°F (-18.2°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January in Ely?

In Ely, in January, the average high-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C), and the average low-temperature is -0.8°F (-18.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Ely?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ely?

In January, the average relative humidity is 94%.

What is the driest month in Ely?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Ely?

In January, in Ely, Minnesota, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Ely?

In Ely, Minnesota, during January, snow falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ely have in January?

In Ely, the average day length in January is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ely?

On the first day of January in Ely, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ely?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ely have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ely is 1.9h.

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

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 intensity in January in Ely?

In Ely, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
19.2°F -7.1°C
14.2°F -9.9°C
18.1°F -7.7°C
Average low temperature
7.9°F -13.4°C
-0.8°F -18.2°C
2.7°F -16.3°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
7.3mph 11.7km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.9mph 12.7km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
11.4mph 18.3km/h
11.8mph 19km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
Average humidity
92%
94%
93%
Average rainfall
1.26" 32mm
0.98" 25mm
1.02" 26mm
Average rainfall days
3.4
2.3
1.8
Average snowfall
9.17" 233mm
7.87" 200mm
7.8" 198mm
Average snowfall days
22.4
23.7
20.9
Average daylight
8h 3min
8h 5min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
2h 1min
1h 5min
2h 1min
Average sunshine days
9.2
8.3
8.3
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
79%
82%
81%
Average visibility
4mi 6.4km
4mi 6.4km
4mi 6.4km

Average temperature in January
Ely, MN

Average temperature in January - Ely, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ely, MN

Average pressure in January - Ely, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ely, MN

Average wind speed in January - Ely, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ely, MN

Average humidity in January - Ely, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ely, MN

Average rainfall in January - Ely, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ely, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ely, MN

Average snowfall in January - Ely, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ely, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Ely, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 23.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ely, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ely, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ely, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Ely, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ely, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ely, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Ely, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in January
Ely, MN

Average visibility in January - Ely, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).

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