January weather forecast
Benson, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Benson, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 4.6°F (-15.2°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and a minimum temperature of 4.6°F (-15.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Benson, in January, during 11.9 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.3 snowfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February 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 average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 4.6°F (-15.2°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In Benson, 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 4.6°F (-15.2°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

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 Benson, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Benson, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Benson, in January, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Benson is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Benson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Benson, MN

Average temperature in January - Benson, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Benson, MN

Average pressure in January - Benson, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Benson, MN

Average wind speed in January - Benson, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Benson, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Benson, MN

Average rainfall in January - Benson, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Benson, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Benson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Benson, MN

Average snowfall in January - Benson, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Benson, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Benson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Benson, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Benson, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Benson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Benson, MN

Average UV index in January - Benson, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Benson, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Benson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Benson, MN

Average visibility in January - Benson, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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