January weather forecast
Elko, MN

Share

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Elko, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.3°F (-13.7°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

Elko witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2 days and typically collects 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elko, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of January in Elko, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:20 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Elko, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 7.3°F (-13.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month in Elko?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2 days and typically collects 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Elko, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elko have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Elko is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Elko, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Elko, MN

Average pressure in January - Elko, 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
Elko, MN

Average wind speed in January - Elko, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Elko, MN

Average humidity in January - Elko, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Elko, MN

Average rainfall in January - Elko, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in January
Elko, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Elko, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elko, MN

Average snowfall in January - Elko, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elko, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Elko, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elko, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elko, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Elko, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Elko, MN

Average UV index in January - Elko, 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
Elko, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Elko, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Elko, MN

Average visibility in January - Elko, 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).

Elko, Minnesota, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location