January weather forecast
La Crescent, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in La Crescent, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) to a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated. In La Crescent, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 20.2" (513mm) of snow.

Daylight

In La Crescent, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of January, in La Crescent, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in La Crescent, records 21.6°F (-5.8°C), while the low-temperature is 8.2°F (-13.2°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 La Crescent, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.4 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In La Crescent, in January, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does La Crescent have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in La Crescent?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in La Crescent?

In La Crescent, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

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.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
La Crescent, MN

Average temperature in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in January
La Crescent, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
La Crescent, MN

Average wind speed in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
La Crescent, MN

Average humidity in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall days in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall days in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
La Crescent, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
La Crescent, MN

Average sunshine days in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
La Crescent, MN

Average UV index in January - La Crescent, 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
La Crescent, MN

Average cloud cover in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
La Crescent, MN

Average visibility in January - La Crescent, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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