January weather forecast
Hector, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Hector, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and min 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a minimum average of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Hector when the rain falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hector, in January, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.4 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hector, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Hector is January, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Hector?

January stands out as Hector's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

How cold is it in Hector in January?

During January, Hector experiences an average high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Hector?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Hector?

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

What is the driest month in Hector?

The months with the least rainfall in Hector, Minnesota, are January and February Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Hector?

In Hector, Minnesota, in January, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hector in January?

In January, in Hector, Minnesota, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Hector?

The average day length in January in Hector, Minnesota, is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hector?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hector?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hector?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hector?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Hector?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hector, MN

Average temperature in January - Hector, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Hector, MN

Average pressure in January - Hector, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hector, MN

Average wind speed in January - Hector, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Hector, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Hector, MN

Average rainfall in January - Hector, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Hector, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Hector, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hector, MN

Average snowfall in January - Hector, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hector, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Hector, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hector, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hector, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Hector, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Hector, MN

Average UV index in January - Hector, 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
Hector, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Hector, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Hector, MN

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

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

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