January weather forecast
Inver Grove Heights, MN

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Weather in January

January in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, USA, brings chilly temperatures and a fair bit of snowfall, making it a quintessential winter month. Compared to December, January sees an increase in snowfall, from 4.57" (116mm) to 4.13" (105mm), and slightly higher low temperatures, increasing from 15.3°F (-9.3°C) to 7.5°F (-13.6°C). It is the month with the most snowfall days, amounting to 15.8 days. As February approaches, residents can expect a slight warming trend. Overall, January's weather necessitates warm clothing and some preparation for potential snow accumulation.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), is Inver Grove Heights's coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

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

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 24.33" (618mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, with its high-temperature average of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

Inver Grove Heights in January has an average high-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

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 many days does it rain in January?

In Inver Grove Heights, in January, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Inver Grove Heights, in January, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Inver Grove Heights have in January?

In Inver Grove Heights, the average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Inver Grove Heights?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Inver Grove Heights have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

When is 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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average temperature in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average pressure in January - Inver Grove Heights, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average wind speed in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average humidity in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average rainfall in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average snowfall in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Inver Grove Heights, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average UV index in January - Inver Grove Heights, 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
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average visibility in January - Inver Grove Heights, 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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