January weather forecast
Gary, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Gary, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and an average low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and a low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.5 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gary are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout January, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.7 snowfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Gary is January, with an average of 2.7h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Gary's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and a low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

How cold is January?

Gary in January has an average high-temperature of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 1°F (-17.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, 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?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.5 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Gary, during January, the rain falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Gary, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gary have in January?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Gary, Minnesota.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Gary, MN

Average temperature in January - Gary, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.6°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 (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in January
Gary, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Gary, MN

Average wind speed in January - Gary, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Gary, MN

Average humidity in January - Gary, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Gary, MN

Average rainfall in January - Gary, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Gary, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Gary, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gary, MN

Average snowfall in January - Gary, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gary, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Gary, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gary, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gary, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Gary, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Gary, MN

Average UV index in January - Gary, 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
Gary, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Gary, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Gary, MN

Average visibility in January - Gary, 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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