January weather forecast
Karlstad, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Karlstad, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and -0.8°F (-18.2°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and a low of -0.8°F (-18.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Karlstad, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.4 rainfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Karlstad, there are 72.7 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and an average low-temperature of -0.8°F (-18.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and the low-temperature is -0.8°F (-18.2°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Karlstad, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

How much does it rain in Karlstad in January?

In Karlstad, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Karlstad?

In January, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Karlstad have in January?

In Karlstad, the average day length in January is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Karlstad, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Karlstad have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Karlstad?

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

Average temperature in January - Karlstad, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Karlstad, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Karlstad, MN

Average wind speed in January - Karlstad, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Karlstad, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Karlstad, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Karlstad, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Karlstad, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Karlstad, MN

Average snowfall in January - Karlstad, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Karlstad, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Karlstad, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Karlstad, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • 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
Karlstad, MN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Karlstad, MN

Average UV index in January - Karlstad, 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
Karlstad, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Karlstad, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Karlstad, MN

Average visibility in January - Karlstad, 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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