January weather forecast
Cottage Grove, MN

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Weather in January

Cottage Grove sees the chill of winter in full swing in January, with snow covering the landscape. Snowfall reaches its peak at 4.13" (105mm), painting a picturesque, frosty scene. The already short daylight hours shrink further, and the city rests under daily high temperatures barely making it above freezing. Even the winds seem to relay the chill, gusting at a cold 13mph (20.9km/h), spreading icy whispers around. This month defines the quintessential Minnesota winter landscape, with every exhale forming a cloud of frosty breath.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cottage Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Cottage Grove's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) to a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Cottage Grove, records 20.7°F (-6.3°C), while the low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cottage Grove, in January, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cottage Grove in January?

In Cottage Grove, during January, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Cottage Grove, the average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cottage Grove?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Cottage Grove?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Cottage Grove is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Cottage Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average temperature in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average pressure in January - Cottage Grove, 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
Cottage Grove, MN

Average wind speed in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average humidity in January - Cottage Grove, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average UV index in January - Cottage Grove, 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
Cottage Grove, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Cottage Grove, MN

Average visibility in January - Cottage Grove, 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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