January weather forecast
Dayton, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dayton, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and min 6.8°F (-14°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 6.8°F (-14°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dayton, in January, during 12.9 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 19.37" (492mm) 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 7:53 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Dayton.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Dayton?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) at the peak and 6.8°F (-14°C) at the base.

How cold is January?

Dayton in January has an average high-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 6.8°F (-14°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 Dayton?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month in Dayton?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Dayton, in January, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Dayton, in January, during 12.9 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Dayton, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dayton, MN

Average temperature in January - Dayton, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.8°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 (6.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Dayton, MN

Average pressure in January - Dayton, 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
Dayton, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Dayton, MN

Average humidity in January - Dayton, 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
Dayton, MN

Average rainfall in January - Dayton, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Dayton, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Dayton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dayton, MN

Average snowfall in January - Dayton, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dayton, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Dayton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in January
Dayton, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Dayton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Dayton, MN

Average UV index in January - Dayton, 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
Dayton, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Dayton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Dayton, MN

Average visibility in January - Dayton, 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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