January weather forecast
Rice, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Rice, Minnesota, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and an average low of 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and lows at 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rice, during January, snow falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.4 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rice, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a low of 4.8°F (-15.1°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Rice, records 18.1°F (-7.7°C), while the low-temperature is 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rice in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Rice, in January, snow falls for 17.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Rice have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in January - Rice, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Rice, MN

Average pressure in January - Rice, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rice, MN

Average wind speed in January - Rice, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Rice, MN

Average humidity in January - Rice, 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
Rice, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Rice, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Rice, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rice, MN

Average snowfall in January - Rice, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rice, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Rice, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rice, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rice, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Rice, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Rice, MN

Average UV index in January - Rice, 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
Rice, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Rice, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Rice, MN

Average visibility in January - Rice, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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