January weather forecast
Owatonna, MN

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Weather in January

Given its northern location, Owatonna, Minnesota, experiences cold and snowy conditions in January. It's the coldest month of the year with temperatures dipping as low as 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and reaching only as high as 20.5°F (-6.4°C). This chill is augmented by the prevalent snowfall and high relative humidity, which often leads to ice formations. Additionally, with only about nine hours of daylight and a low UV index, it often feels colder than it is outside. The shorter days and low sunlight hours may not appeal to outdoor enthusiasts and might make January a less preferred time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Owatonna, during January, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Owatonna, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Owatonna, Minnesota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
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. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and lows at 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Owatonna, 20.5°F (-6.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Owatonna?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Owatonna?

In January, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Owatonna, in January, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Owatonna have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

When is 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 intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index 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
Owatonna, MN

Average temperature in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Owatonna, MN

Average pressure in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Owatonna, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Owatonna, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Owatonna, MN

Average rainfall in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Owatonna, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Owatonna, MN

Average snowfall in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Owatonna, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Owatonna, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h

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

Average sunshine days in January
Owatonna, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Owatonna, MN

Average UV index in January - Owatonna, 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
Owatonna, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Owatonna, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Owatonna, MN

Average visibility in January - Owatonna, 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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