January weather forecast
Benedict, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Benedict, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and an average low of 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

Temperature

Benedict's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and an average low temperature of 2.7°F (-16.3°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Benedict, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Benedict, in January, snow falls for 19.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.98" (152mm) of snow. In Benedict, during the entire year, snow falls for 97.3 days and aggregates up to 34.88" (886mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Benedict, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and a low of 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

How cold is January?

In Benedict, 16.5°F (-8.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 2.7°F (-16.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 93%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Benedict, in January, snow falls for 19.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Benedict?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Benedict, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.2h.

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 Benedict?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Benedict, MN

Average temperature in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Benedict, MN

Average pressure in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Benedict, MN

Average wind speed in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Benedict, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Benedict, MN

Average rainfall in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Benedict, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Benedict, MN

Average snowfall in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Benedict, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Benedict, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Benedict, MN

Average UV index in January - Benedict, 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
Benedict, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Benedict, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Benedict, MN

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

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

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