January weather forecast
Coon Rapids, MN

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Weather in January

Escalating from December conditions, Coon Rapids, Minnesota, experiences relatively lower temperatures in January. Households fire up their heaters to compete with the chilly temperatures, which record a high of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C). Clear visibility is present, providing safe road conditions despite the prevalence of snowfall. The small amount of sunlight available is swallowed by the predominantly cloudy skies, making January sometimes gloomy. As an introduction to the year's weather, January firmly establishes the city's cold climate.

Temperature

Coon Rapids records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.1 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. 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. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month in Coon Rapids, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and an average low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

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?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month?

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.

How much does it rain in January?

In Coon Rapids, in January, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average temperature in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average pressure in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average wind speed in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average humidity in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average rainfall in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average snowfall in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Coon Rapids, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average UV index in January - Coon Rapids, 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
Coon Rapids, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Coon Rapids, MN

Average visibility in January - Coon Rapids, 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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