January weather forecast
Fort Ripley, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fort Ripley, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

Temperature

Fort Ripley notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and a low of 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 92%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Ripley, during January, snow falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow. In Fort Ripley, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.9 days and aggregates up to 32.48" (825mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Ripley, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Ripley, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Fort Ripley, reaching 17.8°F (-7.9°C) at the peak and 4.3°F (-15.4°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Fort Ripley?

During January, Fort Ripley experiences an average high-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month in Fort Ripley, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 92%.

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 Fort Ripley, in January, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Fort Ripley, Minnesota, in January, during 20.1 snowfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Ripley have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 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 2.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Fort Ripley, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average temperature in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average pressure in January - Fort Ripley, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average wind speed in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average humidity in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average rainfall in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average snowfall in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average UV index in January - Fort Ripley, 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
Fort Ripley, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Fort Ripley, MN

Average visibility in January - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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