January weather forecast
Plymouth, MN

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Weather in January

Plymouth, Minnesota, experiences harsh winter conditions during the month of January. The frigid temperatures can hit lows around 7.5°F (-13.6°C), making outdoor activities considerable challenges. The biting cold is typically accompanied by an elevated amount of snowfall. Driving conditions may be hazardous due to the cold temperatures, snow, and reduced visibility. Proper precaution and preparation must be done to prevent mishaps due to inclement weather conditions.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plymouth, in January, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Plymouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 22.09" (561mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Plymouth's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) to a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Plymouth is January, when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Plymouth in January?

In Plymouth, in January, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout January, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:19 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Plymouth have in January?

In Plymouth, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Plymouth, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Plymouth, MN

Average pressure in January - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, MN

Average wind speed in January - Plymouth, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Plymouth, MN

Average humidity in January - Plymouth, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Plymouth, MN

Average rainfall in January - Plymouth, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Plymouth, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Plymouth, MN

Average snowfall in January - Plymouth, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Plymouth, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Plymouth, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Plymouth, 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

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
Plymouth, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Plymouth, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Plymouth, MN

Average UV index in January - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, MN

Average visibility in January - Plymouth, 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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