January weather forecast
Rochester, MN

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The cityscape of Rochester, Minnesota, with a beautiful city park surrounded by water
The cityscape of Rochester, Minnesota, with a beautiful city park surrounded by water

Weather in January

January in Rochester, Minnesota, stands out for its chilly conditions with temperatures plunging to a low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C), making it one of the coldest months. It's worth noting that it's an ideal time for winter sports enthusiasts to enjoy the crisp snow blanketing the city. The days are somewhat shorter, with fewer hours of daylight than the rest of the year. A pronounced increase in weather activity is anticipated in the subsequent month. Despite the cold, the landscape in Rochester offers beautiful winter scenes for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and as low as 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Rochester. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rochester are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rochester, there are 55.2 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Rochester, Minnesota.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
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. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Rochester?

January, with an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is January in Rochester?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rochester are 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 7.7°F (-13.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Rochester?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Rochester?

The average relative humidity in January in Rochester, Minnesota, is 91%.

What is the driest month in Rochester?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Rochester?

In January, in Rochester, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rochester in January?

In Rochester, Minnesota, in January, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rochester?

On the first day of January in Rochester, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rochester?

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Rochester.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rochester?

The average sunshine duration in January in Rochester, Minnesota, is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rochester?

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 intensity in January in Rochester?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Rochester, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rochester, MN

Average temperature in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Rochester, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Rochester, MN

Average wind speed in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Rochester, MN

Average humidity in January - Rochester, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Rochester, MN

Average rainfall in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Rochester, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rochester, MN

Average snowfall in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rochester, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rochester, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rochester, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Rochester, MN

Average UV index in January - Rochester, 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
Rochester, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Rochester, MN

Average visibility in January - Rochester, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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