January weather forecast
Minnesota, USA

January is the coldest month of the year in Minnesota, with temperatures frequently reaching extreme lows. The northern counties often experience the state's lowest temperatures, with minimums plummeting to -30°F (-34.4°C). In contrast, the southern regions are slightly milder, with temperatures ranging from 10°F (-12.2°C) to 25°F (-3.9°C).

Regions near Lake Superior tend to be warmer in the winter, slightly moderating the harsh conditions. However, the entire state is still gripped by significant cold. Compared to December, January maintains severe cold, and the temperatures do not show much variation. Looking ahead to February, the state continues to experience similar conditions, with minimal changes in temperature.

Snowfall is a defining feature of January, with the northern highlands near Lake Superior receiving the highest amount, up to 70" (1778mm). In the south and west, snowfall decreases to 40" (1016mm). Freezing rain and ice storms are also frequent in the southern regions, adding to the challenges of the winter season.

In terms of records, the town of Tower holds the record for the coldest temperature in Minnesota, with a chilling -60°F (-51.1°C) on February 2, 1996. While this record was not set in January, it illustrates the potential for extreme cold during the winter months in Minnesota.

Overall, January's weather in Minnesota is characterized by its intense cold and significant snowfall, setting the tone for the winter season.

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• Minneapolis - January »
  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). 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.
• Saint Paul - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Saint Paul is January, when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Saint Paul during January, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.
• Rochester - January »
  In Rochester in January, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month in Rochester, Minnesota.
• Duluth - January »
  In Duluth in January, during 20.1 snowfall days, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is typically accumulated. January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Duluth, Minnesota.
• Bloomington - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Bloomington is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Bloomington, Minnesota, in January, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Brooklyn Park - January »
  The month with the least sunshine in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine. In Brooklyn Park during January, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.
• Plymouth - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Plymouth is January, when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Plymouth during January, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.
• Maple Grove - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Maple Grove is January, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. As the first month of the year, January presents with the coldest conditions in Maple Grove, Minnesota.
• Woodbury - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Woodbury is January, when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Woodbury in January, during 15.8 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Eagan - January »
  January stands out as Eagan's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C). January stands out as Eagan's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).
• Eden Prairie - January »
  In Eden Prairie, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 20.5°F (-6.4°C) at the peak and 7.7°F (-13.5°C) at the lowest. Eden Prairie's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and lows of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).
• Coon Rapids - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Coon Rapids is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. January, having an average high-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 7.3°F (-13.7°C), is the coldest month in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.