January weather forecast
Wadena, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wadena, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.7°F (-15.7°C) and an average high of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

Wadena's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and lows of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, in Wadena, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wadena, there are 95.6 rainfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wadena, Minnesota. In Wadena, during January, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Wadena, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.6 days and aggregates up to 14.72" (374mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, in Wadena, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.8h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Wadena?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and a low of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

How cold is January in Wadena?

January temperatures in Wadena vary between a high-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and a low-temperature of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Wadena?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Wadena?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in Wadena in January?

In Wadena, in January, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wadena in January?

In Wadena, in January, during 13.2 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wadena have in January?

In Wadena, Minnesota, the average day length in January is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Wadena?

On the first day of January in Wadena, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wadena?

The month with the least sunshine in Wadena is January, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wadena have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Wadena, Minnesota, is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wadena?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wadena, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Wadena?

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

Average temperature in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.7°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 (3.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Wadena, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wadena, MN

Average wind speed in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Wadena, MN

Average humidity in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Wadena, MN

Average rainfall in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Wadena, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wadena, MN

Average snowfall in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wadena, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wadena, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Wadena, MN

Average UV index in January - Wadena, 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
Wadena, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Wadena, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Wadena, MN

Average visibility in January - Wadena, 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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