January weather forecast
Ranier, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Ranier, Minnesota, is an extremely cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and -0.6°F (-18.1°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and a low of -0.6°F (-18.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Ranier, in January, during 1.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ranier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ranier, during January, snow falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 snowfall days, and 44.33" (1126mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, in Ranier, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ranier are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and a low of -0.6°F (-18.1°C).

How cold is January?

In Ranier, 13.8°F (-10.1°C) is the average high-temperature and -0.6°F (-18.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 94%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Ranier, in January, during 1.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 23.8 days. Throughout January, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranier have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 1.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ranier are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Ranier, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Ranier, MN

Average temperature in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Ranier, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ranier, MN

Average wind speed in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Ranier, MN

Average humidity in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Ranier, MN

Average rainfall in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Ranier, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ranier, MN

Average snowfall in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ranier, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 23.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ranier, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Ranier, MN

Average UV index in January - Ranier, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Ranier, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 85

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Ranier, MN

Average visibility in January - Ranier, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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