January weather forecast
Kensington, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Kensington, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 4.5°F (-15.3°C) and 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 4.5°F (-15.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kensington, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kensington, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.3 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kensington are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and a low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

How cold is January in Kensington?

Kensington in January has an average high-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Kensington is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January?

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

How many days does it snow in January?

In Kensington, during January, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kensington have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Kensington is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kensington have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

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.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Kensington, MN

Average temperature in January - Kensington, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.5°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 (4.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Kensington, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Kensington, MN

Average wind speed in January - Kensington, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Kensington, MN

Average humidity in January - Kensington, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Kensington, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Kensington, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kensington, MN

Average snowfall in January - Kensington, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

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
Kensington, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Kensington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kensington, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kensington, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Kensington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Kensington, MN

Average UV index in January - Kensington, MN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kensington, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Kensington, MN

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

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

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