January weather forecast
Mankato, MN

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The roads and large bridge over the river leading to downtown Mankato, Minnesota
The roads and large bridge over the river leading to downtown Mankato, Minnesota

Weather in January

Highly synonymous with chilly temperatures, January in Mankato, Minnesota, showcases a temperature range running from 7.5°F (-13.6°C) to 21.2°F (-6°C). The month sees a fair amount of snowfall, ensuring a captivating winter landscape to behold. Although the overall visibility reaches up to 4 miles, the dense blanket of clouds covering about 64% of the sky can significantly reduce one's sight range. Preparing for the wind is advisable, as gusts frequently whisk through the city streets. January's weather leans toward a predominately frigid and snowy composition, offering an enticing winter wonderland ambiance.

Temperature

In Mankato, Minnesota, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 21.2°F (-6°C) at the peak and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mankato. In Mankato, during January, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.4 snowfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mankato, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Mankato?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 21.2°F (-6°C) and a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January in Mankato?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mankato, Minnesota, during January are 21.2°F (-6°C) and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Mankato?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month in Mankato, Minnesota.

What is the average humidity in January in Mankato?

In Mankato, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month in Mankato?

The month with the least rainfall in Mankato is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Mankato?

In Mankato, Minnesota, in January, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mankato in January?

In Mankato, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in Mankato is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Mankato?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mankato, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mankato?

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Mankato, Minnesota.

How long on average sun shines in January in Mankato?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Mankato is 3.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Mankato?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
26.2°F -3.2°C
21.2°F -6°C
25.2°F -3.8°C
Average low temperature
15.3°F -9.3°C
7.5°F -13.6°C
10.8°F -11.8°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
8.7mph 14km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.4mph 15.1km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14mph 22.5km/h
14.6mph 23.5km/h
14.7mph 23.7km/h
Average humidity
88%
90%
87%
Average rainfall
1.3" 33mm
0.71" 18mm
0.79" 20mm
Average rainfall days
4.8
3.1
2.7
Average snowfall
4.33" 110mm
3.78" 96mm
4.29" 109mm
Average snowfall days
12
13.3
10.8
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
3h 5min
3h 2min
3h 5min
Average sunshine days
17
17
16.7
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
61%
64%
61%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Mankato, MN

Average temperature in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.2°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 (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Mankato, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Mankato, MN

Average wind speed in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Mankato, MN

Average humidity in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mankato, MN

Average rainfall in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Mankato, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Mankato, MN

Average snowfall in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Mankato, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Mankato, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mankato, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Mankato, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mankato, MN

Average UV index in January - Mankato, 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
Mankato, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Mankato, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Mankato, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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