January weather forecast
Nelson, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Nelson, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 17.6°F (-8°C) and 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 17.6°F (-8°C) and a low-temperature average of 4.5°F (-15.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nelson, Minnesota, in January, during 14.1 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.6 snowfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of January in Nelson, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Nelson.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Nelson, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 17.6°F (-8°C) and a low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

How cold is January?

In Nelson, in January, the average high-temperature is 17.6°F (-8°C), and the average low-temperature is 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month in Nelson?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Nelson, in January, during 14.1 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Nelson.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nelson?

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Nelson, MN

Average temperature in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Nelson, MN

Average pressure in January - Nelson, 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
Nelson, MN

Average wind speed in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Nelson, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Nelson, MN

Average rainfall in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Nelson, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nelson, MN

Average snowfall in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Nelson, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nelson, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nelson, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Nelson, MN

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Nelson, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Nelson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Nelson, MN

Average visibility in January - Nelson, 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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