January weather forecast
Buffalo, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Buffalo, Minnesota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.6°F (-14.1°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

Buffalo's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) to a low of 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Buffalo is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Buffalo, during January, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.5 snowfall days, and 17.6" (447mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buffalo, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.4h 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) at the peak and 6.6°F (-14.1°C) at the base.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Buffalo, Minnesota, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Buffalo, in January, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Buffalo is January, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

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 January, the average daily maximum UV index in Buffalo is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Buffalo, MN

Average temperature in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.6°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 (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Buffalo, MN

Average pressure in January - Buffalo, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Buffalo, MN

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Buffalo, MN

Average humidity in January - Buffalo, 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%).

Average rainfall in January
Buffalo, MN

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Buffalo, MN

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Buffalo, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Buffalo, MN

Average UV index in January - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Buffalo, MN

Average visibility in January - Buffalo, 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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