January weather forecast
Taconite, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Taconite, Minnesota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.8°F (-9°C) and 1.4°F (-17°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 15.8°F (-9°C) at the peak and 1.4°F (-17°C) at the base.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Taconite are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 21.1 days. Throughout January, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.1 snowfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Taconite is January, with an average of 1.9h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 15.8°F (-9°C) and a low of 1.4°F (-17°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Taconite, in January, the average high-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C), and the average low-temperature is 1.4°F (-17°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 93%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In Taconite, during January, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in Taconite, it is snowing for 21.1 days. Throughout January, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Taconite have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Taconite have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 1.9h.

When is 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 intensity in January in Taconite?

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

Average temperature in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.8°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 (15.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Taconite, MN

Average pressure in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Taconite, MN

Average wind speed in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Taconite, MN

Average humidity in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Taconite, MN

Average rainfall in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Taconite, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Taconite, MN

Average snowfall in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Taconite, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Taconite, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Taconite, MN

Average UV index in January - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Taconite, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 81

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Taconite, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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