January weather forecast
Oakdale, MN

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Weather in January

The ever-present winter chill of Oakdale, Minnesota is prevalent in January, marked by its cold temperatures and snow. January stands as the month with the lowest average temperature, the thermometer often reading between 7.3°F (-13.7°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C). The weather swings between frosty mornings and moderately cold afternoons. A noticeable decrease in daylight hours contributes to the overall winter ambiance. The cold weather conditions are complemented by beautiful, snowy landscapes.

Temperature

In Oakdale, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oakdale, in January, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oakdale, there are 57.2 snowfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oakdale, Minnesota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 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 in Oakdale. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Oakdale?

The coldest temperatures in Oakdale occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

How cold is January in Oakdale?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Oakdale, is 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Oakdale?

The most humid month in Oakdale, Minnesota, is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Oakdale?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month in Oakdale?

The month with the least rainfall in Oakdale, Minnesota, is January, when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Oakdale in January?

In Oakdale, during January, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Oakdale?

In January, in Oakdale, Minnesota, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Oakdale, the average day length in January is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Oakdale?

On the first day of January in Oakdale, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oakdale?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Oakdale, Minnesota.

How long on average sun shines in January in Oakdale?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Oakdale?

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 Oakdale?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Oakdale, MN

Average temperature in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Oakdale, MN

Average pressure in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Oakdale, MN

Average wind speed in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Oakdale, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Oakdale, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Oakdale, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Oakdale, MN

Average snowfall in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Oakdale, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Oakdale, 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, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oakdale, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Oakdale, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Oakdale, MN

Average UV index in January - Oakdale, 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
Oakdale, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Oakdale, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Oakdale, MN

Average visibility in January - Oakdale, 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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