January weather forecastGrand Marais, MN
January weather for Grand Marais, Minnesota: In Grand Marais, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 18.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.83" (148mm) of snow. In Grand Marais, in January, snow falls for 18.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.83" (148mm) of snow.
January
Weather in January
In Grand Marais, Minnesota, January remains blanketed in a winter chill, with overall cooler conditions compared to February. The winter freeze causes snow to frequently envelop the city. Remarkably, January averages the highest number of snowfall days at 18.1, with an average snowfall of 5.83" (148mm). Days are short, primarily due to the city's positioning in the northern latitudes. The frosty conditions persist throughout the month, welcoming steadfast visitors and locals to indulge in winter recreational activities.Temperature
January is Grand Marais's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and lows of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Grand Marais.Rainfall
In Grand Marais, during January, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.4 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Grand Marais, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. In Grand Marais, in January, snow falls for 18.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.83" (148mm) of snow. In Grand Marais, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.3 days and aggregates up to 30.2" (767mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Grand Marais is 8h and 56min.On the first day of January in Grand Marais, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Grand Marais is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average high temperature in January: 18.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 8.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average rainfall in January: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").
Average rainfall days in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average snowfall in January: 5.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average snowfall days in January: 18.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 54min
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: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Grand Marais, MN
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Grand Marais, 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 31).
Average visibility in January
Grand Marais, 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).
