January weather forecast
Carlton, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Carlton, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and an average high of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

In Carlton, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and a low of 2.5°F (-16.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Carlton is January, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 17.8 days. Throughout January, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated. In Carlton, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.9 days and aggregates up to 35.79" (909mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Carlton's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) to a low of 2.5°F (-16.4°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Carlton, is 16.2°F (-8.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 2.5°F (-16.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 92%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Carlton, in January, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 17.8 days. Throughout January, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Carlton, the average day length in January is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Carlton?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Carlton, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Carlton, MN

Average temperature in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.5°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 (2.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Carlton, MN

Average pressure in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Carlton, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Carlton, MN

Average humidity in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Carlton, MN

Average rainfall in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Carlton, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Carlton, MN

Average snowfall in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Carlton, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Carlton, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Carlton, MN

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

Average cloud cover in January
Carlton, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Carlton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Carlton, MN

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

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

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