January weather forecast
Ghent, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Ghent, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and max 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

Ghent reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 20.8°F (-6.2°C) at the peak and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Ghent, Minnesota, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Ghent. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ghent, Minnesota. In Ghent, Minnesota, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ghent, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ghent. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Ghent?

Ghent's January weather reaches an average high of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and an average low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January in Ghent?

In Ghent, in January, the average high-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Ghent?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Ghent?

In Ghent, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Ghent?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Ghent, Minnesota. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ghent in January?

In Ghent, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Ghent?

In Ghent, Minnesota, during January, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

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

In Ghent, the average day length in January is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ghent?

On the first day of January in Ghent, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ghent?

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Ghent.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ghent?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Ghent, Minnesota, is 3.8h.

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

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 Ghent?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ghent is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
25.7°F -3.5°C
20.8°F -6.2°C
24.6°F -4.1°C
Average low temperature
14.5°F -9.7°C
7.5°F -13.6°C
10.9°F -11.7°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.5mph 16.9km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.2mph 18km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.9mph 27.2km/h
17.3mph 27.8km/h
16.9mph 27.2km/h
Average humidity
85%
88%
84%
Average rainfall
1.14" 29mm
0.59" 15mm
0.75" 19mm
Average rainfall days
3.5
2.3
1.8
Average snowfall
4.49" 114mm
3.66" 93mm
4.8" 122mm
Average snowfall days
11.2
12.3
10.3
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
3h 5min
4h 2min
Average sunshine days
17.7
17.8
16.7
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
55%
58%
56%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Ghent, MN

Average temperature in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°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 (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ghent, MN

Average pressure in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and 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
Ghent, MN

Average wind speed in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ghent, MN

Average humidity in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ghent, MN

Average rainfall in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ghent, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ghent, MN

Average snowfall in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ghent, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Ghent, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ghent, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ghent, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ghent, MN

Average UV index in January - Ghent, 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
Ghent, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Ghent, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Ghent, MN

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

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

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