January weather forecastViking, MN
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Viking, Minnesota, is another frigid cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and min -0°F (-17.8°C).Temperature
January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and an average low of -0°F (-17.8°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Viking, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Viking, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.1 days and aggregates up to 25.08" (637mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Viking are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Viking, MN
- Average high temperature in January: 13.8°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 0°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).
Average pressure in January
Viking, MN
- Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Viking, MN
- Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Viking, MN
- Average humidity in January: 93%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and August (66%).
Average rainfall in January
Viking, MN
- Average rainfall in January: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Viking, MN
- Average rainfall days in January: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Viking, MN
- Average snowfall in January: 4.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Viking, MN
- Average snowfall days in January: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Viking, MN
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Viking, MN
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Viking, 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
Viking, MN
- Average cloud cover in January: 75
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in January
Viking, 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 December (4mi).
