January weather forecast
Mountain Iron, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -0.4°F (-18°C) and an average high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of -0.4°F (-18°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mountain Iron are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In Mountain Iron, in January, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mountain Iron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 21.18" (538mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, are January through May, September through December. In Mountain Iron, in January, during 19.6 snowfall days, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mountain Iron, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.5 days and aggregates up to 41.54" (1055mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of January in Mountain Iron, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Mountain Iron are January and February, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Mountain Iron?

The coldest period in Mountain Iron tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and a low of -0.4°F (-18°C).

How cold is it in Mountain Iron in January?

In January, in Mountain Iron, the average high-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C), and the average low-temperature is -0.4°F (-18°C).

What is the most humid month in Mountain Iron?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are most humid months in Mountain Iron, Minnesota.

What is the average humidity in January in Mountain Iron?

The average relative humidity in January is 93%.

How many days does it rain in January in Mountain Iron?

In January, in Mountain Iron, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mountain Iron in January?

In Mountain Iron, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 19.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Iron have in January?

In January, the average day length in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Mountain Iron?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mountain Iron, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Mountain Iron?

The months with the least sunshine in Mountain Iron are January and February, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Iron have in January?

In Mountain Iron, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in January is 2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mountain Iron?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Mountain Iron?

In Mountain Iron, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average temperature in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average pressure in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average wind speed in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average humidity in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average rainfall in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average snowfall in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average UV index in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 81

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Mountain Iron, MN

Average visibility in January - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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