January weather forecast
Cotton, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Cotton, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between -0°F (-17.8°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cotton, in January, during 21 snowfall days, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cotton, during the entire year, snow falls for 105.9 days and aggregates up to 42.76" (1086mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 1min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 14.4°F (-9.8°C) at the peak and -0°F (-17.8°C) at the low.

How cold is it in Cotton in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and -0°F (-17.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Cotton, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.

What is the driest month in Cotton?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Cotton, during January, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 21 days. Throughout January, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Cotton, MN

Average temperature in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in January
Cotton, MN

Average pressure in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"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
Cotton, MN

Average wind speed in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Cotton, MN

Average humidity in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Cotton, MN

Average rainfall in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Cotton, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cotton, MN

Average snowfall in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cotton, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cotton, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Cotton, MN

Average UV index in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Cotton, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Cotton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Cotton, MN

Average visibility in January - Cotton, 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, March and December (4mi).

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