January weather forecastRichfield, MN
January
Weather in January
The opening month sets the tone for Richfield's winter season. The city experiences a white blanket of snow with an average snowfall of 4.02" (102mm) offering enchanting views of Ruth Gardens' snow-dusted park. Despite the beauty, frigid temperatures persist, provoking residents to keep warm by cozying up indoors. The amount of daily sunshine is at a yearly minimum, illuminating the city for approximately 3.1 hours per day. The biting chill in the air is significantly more pronounced compared to the more balmy months of the year.Temperature
Richfield, Minnesota, reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 20.5°F (-6.4°C) at the peak and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) at the lowest.Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in Richfield. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Richfield, in January, during 13 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Richfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.Daylight
In Richfield, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 15min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Richfield, MN
- Average high temperature in January: 20.5°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 (20.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Richfield, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Richfield, MN
- Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Richfield, 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 May (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Richfield, MN
- Average rainfall in January: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Richfield, MN
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Richfield, MN
- Average snowfall in January: 4.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Richfield, MN
- Average snowfall days in January: 13 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Richfield, MN
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Richfield, MN
- Average sunshine days in January: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Richfield, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Richfield, MN
- Average cloud cover in January: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Richfield, 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).
