January weather forecast
Princeton, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Princeton, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 6.4°F (-14.2°C).

Temperature

Princeton reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 18.7°F (-7.4°C) at the peak and 6.4°F (-14.2°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 15.6 days. Throughout January, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.7 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Princeton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 6.4°F (-14.2°C), January is the coldest month in Princeton.

How cold is January?

In January, in Princeton, the average high-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 6.4°F (-14.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Princeton, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Princeton in January?

In Princeton, in January, during 15.6 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

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

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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Princeton, MN

Average temperature in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Princeton, MN

Average pressure in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Princeton, MN

Average wind speed in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Princeton, MN

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Princeton, MN

Average rainfall in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Princeton, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Princeton, MN

Average snowfall in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Princeton, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Princeton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Princeton, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Princeton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Princeton, MN

Average UV index in January - Princeton, 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
Princeton, MN

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

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

Average visibility in January
Princeton, MN

Average visibility in January - Princeton, 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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