January weather forecast
Gary, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gary, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and 1°F (-17.2°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and a low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 92%, January is the most humid month in Gary.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gary, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Gary, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.7 days and aggregates up to 21.93" (557mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gary, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of January in Gary, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Gary.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gary are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Gary?

Gary, Minnesota, experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and a minimum of 1°F (-17.2°C).

How cold is it in Gary in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Gary, is 15.6°F (-9.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 1°F (-17.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Gary?

With an average relative humidity of 92%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Gary?

In Gary, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

What is the driest month in Gary?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gary in January?

In January, in Gary, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gary in January?

In Gary, in January, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gary have in January?

The average day length in January in Gary, Minnesota, is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gary?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gary, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gary?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Gary, Minnesota, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gary?

In Gary, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gary?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Gary?

In Gary, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Tomorrow
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
20.1°F -6.6°C
15.6°F -9.1°C
18.3°F -7.6°C
Average low temperature
9°F -12.8°C
1°F -17.2°C
3.7°F -15.7°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
9.4mph 15.1km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
Average max. wind speed
10mph 16.1km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.3mph 24.6km/h
15.8mph 25.4km/h
15.3mph 24.6km/h
Average humidity
89%
92%
91%
Average rainfall
0.91" 23mm
0.55" 14mm
0.59" 15mm
Average rainfall days
2.5
1.5
2.2
Average snowfall
4.49" 114mm
3.74" 95mm
3.58" 91mm
Average snowfall days
13.5
13.8
12.4
Average daylight
8h 3min
9h 0min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
3h 1min
2h 4min
3h 1min
Average sunshine days
16.8
16.6
16.1
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
67%
70%
69%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Gary, MN

Average temperature in January - Gary, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Gary, MN

Average pressure in January - Gary, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Gary, MN

Average wind speed in January - Gary, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Gary, MN

Average humidity in January - Gary, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gary, MN

Average rainfall in January - Gary, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
Gary, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Gary, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Gary, MN

Average snowfall in January - Gary, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Gary, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Gary, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Gary, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gary, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gary, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Gary, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gary, MN

Average UV index in January - Gary, 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
Gary, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Gary, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in January
Gary, MN

Average visibility in January - Gary, 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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