January weather forecast
Lexington, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lexington, Minnesota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the peak and 7.3°F (-13.7°C) at the low.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically collects 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

How cold is January in Lexington?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 7.3°F (-13.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout January, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Lexington, during January, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lexington?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in January?

In Lexington, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lexington, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Lexington, MN

Average pressure in January - Lexington, 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
Lexington, MN

Average wind speed in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Lexington, MN

Average humidity in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in January
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lexington, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Lexington, MN

Average UV index in January - Lexington, 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
Lexington, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Lexington, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Lexington, MN

Average visibility in January - Lexington, 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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