January weather forecast
Saint Cloud, MN

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The lovely skyscape of Saint Cloud, Minnesota, with the view of the river in the far back
The lovely skyscape of Saint Cloud, Minnesota, with the view of the river in the far back

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

January is the coldest month of the year in Saint Cloud, registering average temperatures as high as 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and as low as 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Saint Cloud, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.2 days and typically collects 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 in Saint Cloud 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, in Saint Cloud, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Saint Cloud, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Saint Cloud?

January, with its average high-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 6.1°F (-14.4°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is it in Saint Cloud in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 6.1°F (-14.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Saint Cloud?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month in Saint Cloud.

What is the average humidity in January in Saint Cloud?

In Saint Cloud, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month in Saint Cloud?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Saint Cloud. Rain falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Saint Cloud?

In Saint Cloud, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Saint Cloud?

In Saint Cloud, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Cloud have in January?

The average day length in January in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Saint Cloud?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Saint Cloud?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Saint Cloud, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Cloud have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Saint Cloud?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Saint Cloud?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average pressure in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average humidity in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Saint Cloud, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Saint Cloud, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average UV index in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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Average visibility in January
Saint Cloud, MN

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).

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