January weather forecast
Swift, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another frigid cold winter month in Swift, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 1°F (-17.2°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

In Swift, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and reaching a low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Swift when the rain falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Swift, Minnesota. January is the month with the most snowfall in Swift. Snow falls for 20.2 days and accumulates 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Swift is 8h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Swift, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Swift?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and a minimum temperature of 1°F (-17.2°C).

How cold is January in Swift?

During January, Swift experiences an average high-temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and a low-temperature of 1°F (-17.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Swift?

In January, the average relative humidity in Swift is 93%.

What is the driest month in Swift?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Swift?

In Swift, Minnesota, in January, it is raining for 1.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Swift?

The month with the most snowfall in Swift, Minnesota, is January, when snow falls for 20.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Swift?

In Swift, in January, during 20.2 snowfall days, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Swift have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Swift?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Swift?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Swift, Minnesota, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Swift have in January?

In Swift, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Swift?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Swift?

In Swift, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
17.8°F -7.9°C
13.8°F -10.1°C
16.2°F -8.8°C
Average low temperature
8.8°F -12.9°C
1°F -17.2°C
2.5°F -16.4°C
Average pressure
30.1" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
8.6mph 13.8km/h
8.8mph 14.2km/h
8.5mph 13.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.2mph 14.8km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.2mph 21.2km/h
13.5mph 21.7km/h
13.3mph 21.4km/h
Average humidity
91%
93%
94%
Average rainfall
0.79" 20mm
0.67" 17mm
0.67" 17mm
Average rainfall days
2.3
1.5
1.7
Average snowfall
4.8" 122mm
4.96" 126mm
4.69" 119mm
Average snowfall days
17.6
20.2
17.8
Average daylight
8h 2min
8h 5min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
2h 1min
1h 5min
2h 0min
Average sunshine days
14.5
11.7
12.2
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
78%
82%
81%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
4mi 6.4km

Average temperature in January
Swift, MN

Average temperature in January - Swift, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Swift, MN

Average pressure in January - Swift, 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
Swift, MN

Average wind speed in January - Swift, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Swift, MN

Average humidity in January - Swift, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Swift, MN

Average rainfall in January - Swift, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
Swift, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Swift, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Swift, MN

Average snowfall in January - Swift, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Swift, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Swift, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 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
Swift, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swift, 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: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Swift, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Swift, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Swift, MN

Average UV index in January - Swift, 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
Swift, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Swift, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Swift, MN

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

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

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