January weather - Winter 2025

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

The roads and large bridge over the river leading to downtown Mankato, Minnesota

Weather in January

Highly synonymous with chilly temperatures, January in Mankato, Minnesota, showcases a temperature range running from 7.5°F (-13.6°C) to 21.2°F (-6°C). The month sees a fair amount of snowfall, ensuring a captivating winter landscape to behold. Although the overall visibility reaches up to 4 miles, the dense blanket of clouds covering about 64% of the sky can significantly reduce one's sight range. Preparing for the wind is advisable, as gusts frequently whisk through the city streets. January's weather leans toward a predominately frigid and snowy composition, offering an enticing winter wonderland ambiance.

Temperature

Mankato's January weather reaches an average high of 21.2°F (-6°C) and an average low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mankato, in January, during 13.3 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.4 snowfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mankato are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 21.2°F (-6°C) and an average low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Mankato, is 21.2°F (-6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Mankato, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout January, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mankato have in January?

In Mankato, the average day length in January is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mankato?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Mankato, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

26.2°F -3.2°C

21.2°F -6°C

25.2°F -3.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.4mph 15.1km/h

9.8mph 15.8km/h

9.9mph 15.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Mankato, MN

Average high temperature in January: 21.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.2°F).

Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Mankato, MN

Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mankato, MN

Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Mankato, 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 October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Mankato, MN

Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Mankato, MN

Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mankato, MN

Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mankato, MN

Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mankato, MN

Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Mankato, MN

Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Mankato, MN

Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Mankato, MN

Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

January weather forecast
Mankato, MN

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