January weather forecastSaint Cloud, MN
January
Weather in January
January in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, typically brings the coldest conditions of the year, with temperatures ranging from 6.1°F (-14.4°C) to 18.5°F (-7.5°C). Cities roads and parks take on a pristine, picturesque look with snowfall measuring 1.93" (49mm) on an average of 13.8 days. Days draw in with reduced daylight, complementing the winter wonderland scenery. Prevailing winds in these chillier climes contribute to the frosty atmosphere, while the higher relative humidity can lead to icy mornings. Thanks to the lower UV index, there is less risk of sunburn even during times of lesser cloud cover.Temperature
Saint Cloud reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 18.5°F (-7.5°C) at the peak and 6.1°F (-14.4°C) at the lowest.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 2.2 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Cloud, in January, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Saint Cloud, there are 59.3 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average high temperature in January: 18.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 6.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Saint Cloud, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average rainfall in January: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average snowfall in January: 1.93"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Saint Cloud, 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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min
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 12min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Saint Cloud, MN
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Saint Cloud, 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
Saint Cloud, 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 32).
Average visibility in January
Saint Cloud, 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).
