January weather forecast
Roseau, MN

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Weather in January

January in Roseau, Minnesota is the coldest month of the year, with frost frequently clinging to the landscape. The daytime temperatures rarely rise above freezing, leading to snow accumulating on the ground, underscored by a snowfall of 4.37" (111mm). The robust winter wind enforces the chill, often turning gentle snowfall into blizzards. Even on the shortest days of the year, the almost constant cloud cover makes the short period of daylight appear much shorter. Despite its harshness, January provides a beautiful, scenic view of a winter wonderland.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures in Roseau, Minnesota, reaching 13.5°F (-10.3°C) at the peak and -0°F (-17.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Roseau, Minnesota, in January, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Roseau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.7 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Roseau, in January, during 17.2 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Roseau, there are 89.4 snowfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates 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. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Roseau?

During the coldest month in Roseau, January, temperatures average a high of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C).

How cold is it in Roseau in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Roseau, is 13.5°F (-10.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to -0°F (-17.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Roseau?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are most humid months in Roseau.

What is the average humidity in January in Roseau?

In Roseau, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in January is 94%.

How much does it rain in Roseau in January?

In Roseau, Minnesota, in January, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Roseau in January?

In Roseau, in January, snow falls for 17.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Roseau have in January?

In Roseau, Minnesota, the average day length in January is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Roseau?

On the first day of January in Roseau, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Roseau?

With an average of 2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Roseau?

The average sunshine duration in January in Roseau, Minnesota, is 2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Roseau?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Roseau, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Roseau, MN

Average temperature in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

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Average pressure in January
Roseau, MN

Average pressure in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Roseau, MN

Average wind speed in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Roseau, MN

Average humidity in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Roseau, MN

Average rainfall in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Roseau, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Roseau, MN

Average snowfall in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Roseau, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Roseau, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in January
Roseau, MN

Average UV index in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Roseau, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Roseau, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 80

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Roseau, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, 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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