January weather forecast
Fairmont, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fairmont, Minnesota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Temperature

In Fairmont, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Fairmont. Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fairmont, Minnesota, during January, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.5 snowfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Fairmont is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, in Fairmont, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and November, 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Fairmont?

January stands out as Fairmont's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

How cold is January in Fairmont?

During January, Fairmont experiences an average high-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Fairmont?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month in Fairmont.

What is the average humidity in January in Fairmont?

In January, the average relative humidity in Fairmont, Minnesota, is 89%.

What is the driest month in Fairmont?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Fairmont. Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Fairmont?

In Fairmont, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Fairmont?

In Fairmont, Minnesota, in January, during 13.9 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Fairmont?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairmont, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fairmont?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Fairmont, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairmont have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Fairmont, Minnesota, is 3.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Fairmont?

In Fairmont, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fairmont, MN

Average temperature in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.1°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 (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Fairmont, MN

Average pressure in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Fairmont, MN

Average wind speed in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Fairmont, MN

Average humidity in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Fairmont, MN

Average rainfall in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in January
Fairmont, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Fairmont, MN

Average snowfall in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Fairmont, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 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
Fairmont, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Fairmont, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Fairmont, MN

Average UV index in January - Fairmont, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Fairmont, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Fairmont, MN

Average visibility in January - Fairmont, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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