January weather forecast
Owatonna, MN

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Weather in January

Given its northern location, Owatonna, Minnesota, experiences cold and snowy conditions in January. It's the coldest month of the year with temperatures dipping as low as 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and reaching only as high as 20.5°F (-6.4°C). This chill is augmented by the prevalent snowfall and high relative humidity, which often leads to ice formations. Additionally, with only about nine hours of daylight and a low UV index, it often feels colder than it is outside. The shorter days and low sunlight hours may not appeal to outdoor enthusiasts and might make January a less preferred time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Owatonna's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and lows of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. In Owatonna, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Owatonna, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January in Owatonna, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests 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. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Owatonna?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is it in Owatonna in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Owatonna, is 20.5°F (-6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Owatonna?

The most humid month in Owatonna, Minnesota, is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January in Owatonna?

The average relative humidity in January in Owatonna, Minnesota, is 91%.

What is the driest month in Owatonna?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Owatonna. Rain falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Owatonna?

In Owatonna, Minnesota, in January, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Owatonna in January?

In Owatonna, Minnesota, in January, during 12.1 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Owatonna have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Owatonna?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Owatonna?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Owatonna?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Owatonna?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Owatonna?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Owatonna 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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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
25.9°F -3.4°C
20.5°F -6.4°C
24.4°F -4.2°C
Average low temperature
15.3°F -9.3°C
7.5°F -13.6°C
10.9°F -11.7°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
8.9mph 14.3km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.6mph 15.4km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.5mph 23.3km/h
15mph 24.1km/h
15.1mph 24.3km/h
Average humidity
88%
91%
89%
Average rainfall
1.3" 33mm
0.75" 19mm
1.06" 27mm
Average rainfall days
4.2
2.4
1.8
Average snowfall
4.41" 112mm
4.13" 105mm
6.5" 165mm
Average snowfall days
12.7
12.1
12.1
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
3h 4min
3h 0min
3h 2min
Average sunshine days
16.5
18.1
15.6
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
64%
68%
65%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Owatonna, MN

Average temperature in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Owatonna, MN

Average pressure in January - Owatonna, 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
Owatonna, MN

Average wind speed in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Owatonna, MN

Average humidity in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Owatonna, MN

Average rainfall in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Owatonna, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Owatonna, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Owatonna, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 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
Owatonna, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Owatonna, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Owatonna, MN

Average UV index in January - Owatonna, 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
Owatonna, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Owatonna, 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 32).

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Average visibility in January
Owatonna, MN

Average visibility in January - Owatonna, 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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