January weather forecast
Park Rapids, MN

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Weather in January

Park Rapids, Minnesota starts the year with temperatures that remain notably lower than in the following months. With February, it shares the distinction of having the highest relative humidity, around 92%. The nights can be brisk, often with temperatures dropping to 3.2°F (-16°C), coupled with potential snowfall reaching up to 5.98" (152mm). The short daylight hours, lasting merely nine hours, add to the wintry feel. Wintry conditions such as fog often reduce visibility to an average of four miles, making navigation and transportation a bit of a challenge.

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and a low-temperature average of 3.2°F (-16°C), is the coldest month in Park Rapids.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Park Rapids, Minnesota, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Park Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Park Rapids are January through May, October through December. In Park Rapids, in January, during 20.7 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Park Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 102.7 days and aggregates up to 36.26" (921mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Park Rapids, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Park Rapids are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Park Rapids?

Park Rapids notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and a low of 3.2°F (-16°C).

How cold is it in Park Rapids in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Park Rapids, records 16.7°F (-8.5°C), while the low-temperature is 3.2°F (-16°C).

What is the most humid month in Park Rapids?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January in Park Rapids?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in Park Rapids in January?

In Park Rapids, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Park Rapids?

In Park Rapids, Minnesota, in January, during 20.7 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Park Rapids?

The average day length in January in Park Rapids, Minnesota, is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Park Rapids?

On the first day of January in Park Rapids, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Park Rapids?

The month with the least sunshine in Park Rapids, Minnesota, is January, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Park Rapids have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Park Rapids, Minnesota, is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Park Rapids?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Park Rapids?

In Park Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average temperature in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Park Rapids, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average wind speed in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average humidity in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average rainfall in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average snowfall in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 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
Park Rapids, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average UV index in January - Park Rapids, 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
Park Rapids, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Park Rapids, MN

Average visibility in January - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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