January weather forecast
Fosston, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Fosston, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and 0.5°F (-17.5°C).

Temperature

January is Fosston's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and lows of 0.5°F (-17.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In Fosston, Minnesota, in January, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.6 rainfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fosston, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 20.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.79" (147mm) of snow. In Fosston, during the entire year, snow falls for 101.9 days and aggregates up to 34.61" (879mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Fosston, Minnesota, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and a low of 0.5°F (-17.5°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Fosston, the average high-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 0.5°F (-17.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Fosston?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Fosston, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Fosston, in January, during 20.3 snowfall days, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fosston?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Fosston, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Fosston, MN

Average temperature in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Fosston, MN

Average pressure in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fosston, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Fosston, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Fosston, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Fosston, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fosston, MN

Average snowfall in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fosston, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fosston, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fosston, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Fosston, MN

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

Average cloud cover in January
Fosston, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 77

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Fosston, MN

Average visibility in January - Fosston, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, 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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