January weather forecast
Montevideo, MN

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Weather in January

Beginning the annual calendar, January in Montevideo, Minnesota sees the winter season in full swing. The city's weather is characterized primarily by cold and snowy conditions, a regular companion of the winter months. A relatively high snowfall of 3.62" (92mm) and chilly temperatures as low as 5.9°F (-14.5°C) instigate locals to bundle up. January typically sees fewer daylight hours, ensuring cold temperatures for most of the day. While it's cold and snow blankets the city, life continues at pace, which drives the resilience of Montevideo's people.

Temperature

During the coldest month in Montevideo, January, temperatures average a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.7 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Montevideo, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, in Montevideo, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Montevideo, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Montevideo?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Montevideo, registering a high temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

How cold is it in Montevideo in January?

The high-temperature during January is 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and the low-temperature is 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Montevideo?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Montevideo?

In Montevideo, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Montevideo?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Montevideo. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Montevideo?

In Montevideo, Minnesota, in January, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Montevideo in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Montevideo?

In January, the average day length in Montevideo is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Montevideo?

On the first day of January in Montevideo, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Montevideo?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Montevideo have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Montevideo?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Montevideo?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Montevideo, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Montevideo, MN

Average pressure in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Montevideo, MN

Average wind speed in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

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 (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Montevideo, MN

Average humidity in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Montevideo, MN

Average rainfall in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Montevideo, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Montevideo, MN

Average snowfall in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Montevideo, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Montevideo, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Montevideo, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Montevideo, MN

Average UV index in January - Montevideo, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Montevideo, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Montevideo, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Montevideo, MN

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

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

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