January weather forecast
Minneapolis, MN

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Minneapolis city and bridge on the Mississippi River, Minnesota
Minneapolis city and bridge on the Mississippi River, Minnesota

Weather in January

The weather in Minneapolis, Minnesota kicks off the year with a wintry mix of snowfall and low temperatures. January holds the title for the coldest month, with temperatures reaching as low as 7.5°F (-13.6°C). This month also sees an increase in cloud cover, lending to limited sunlight and longer nights. Conditions carry a distinct frosty chill, urging inhabitants to bundle up when venturing outdoors in Minneapolis. Additionally, the city records the year's highest snowfall frequency in January, providing a perfect backdrop for winter sports enthusiasts.

Temperature

In Minneapolis, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.7 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Minneapolis, during January, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Minneapolis?

January, recording an average high temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and a low temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), is Minneapolis's coldest month.

How cold is it in Minneapolis in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Minneapolis, is 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Minneapolis?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Minneapolis?

The average relative humidity in January in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 90%.

What is the driest month in Minneapolis?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Rain falls for 1.7 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, during January, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, in January, during 12.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Minneapolis have in January?

In January, the average day length in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Minneapolis?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Minneapolis?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneapolis have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Minneapolis?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average temperature in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average pressure in January - Minneapolis, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average wind speed in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average humidity in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average rainfall in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average snowfall in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Minneapolis, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Minneapolis, 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 0min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average UV index in January - Minneapolis, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Minneapolis, MN

Average visibility in January - Minneapolis, 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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