January weather forecast
Dexter, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Dexter, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 8.6°F (-13°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 21°F (-6.1°C) and 8.6°F (-13°C) respectively, January is Dexter's coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dexter, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dexter, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.8 days and aggregates up to 22.24" (565mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dexter, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Dexter's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average low temperature of 8.6°F (-13°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

In Dexter, 21°F (-6.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 8.6°F (-13°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

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

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 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 many hours of sunshine does Dexter have in January?

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

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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Dexter, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Dexter, MN

Average temperature in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 21°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.6°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 (8.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Dexter, MN

Average pressure in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Dexter, MN

Average wind speed in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Dexter, MN

Average humidity in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Dexter, MN

Average rainfall in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in January
Dexter, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dexter, MN

Average snowfall in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dexter, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h 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: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dexter, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Dexter, MN

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

Average cloud cover in January
Dexter, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Dexter, 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 August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Dexter, MN

Average visibility in January - Dexter, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).

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