January weather forecast
Tower, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Tower, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -0.6°F (-18.1°C) and an average high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

Tower's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and lows of -0.6°F (-18.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in Tower, the rain falls for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tower are January through May, October through December. In Tower, in January, snow falls for 21.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.65" (169mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tower, there are 111.2 snowfall days, and 44.57" (1132mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Tower is 8h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Tower.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tower are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Tower?

January is the month when Tower experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and a low of -0.6°F (-18.1°C).

How cold is January in Tower?

The high-temperature in Tower, Minnesota, during January is 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and the low-temperature is -0.6°F (-18.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Tower?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Tower?

In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.

How many days does it rain in January in Tower?

In Tower, in January, during 1.6 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Tower?

In Tower, in January, snow falls for 21.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tower have in January?

In Tower, Minnesota, the average day length in January is 8h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Tower?

On the first day of January in Tower, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tower?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Tower?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Tower is 1.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Tower?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Tower?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Tower is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Tower, MN

Average temperature in January - Tower, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Tower, MN

Average pressure in January - Tower, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Tower, MN

Average wind speed in January - Tower, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Tower, MN

Average humidity in January - Tower, 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
Tower, MN

Average rainfall in January - Tower, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in January
Tower, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Tower, MN

Average snowfall in January - Tower, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Tower, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Tower, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Tower, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Tower, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Tower, MN

Average UV index in January - Tower, MN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Tower, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Tower, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 84

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Tower, MN

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

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

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