January weather forecast
Minneapolis, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Minneapolis, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 38.8°F (3.8°C) and lows at 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Minneapolis is 79%.

Rainfall

In Minneapolis, in January, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Minneapolis are January through May, October through December. In Minneapolis, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Minneapolis, there are 46.4 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Minneapolis, North Carolina, is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Minneapolis.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Minneapolis. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Minneapolis?

January stands out as Minneapolis's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

How cold is January in Minneapolis?

Minneapolis in January has an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, in January, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Minneapolis in January?

In Minneapolis, during January, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Minneapolis have in January?

The average day length in January in Minneapolis is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Minneapolis?

On the first day of January in Minneapolis, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Minneapolis?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Minneapolis, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneapolis have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Minneapolis is 5.2h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Minneapolis.

How high is the UV index in January in Minneapolis?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Minneapolis is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average temperature in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average pressure in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average wind speed in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average humidity in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average rainfall in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average snowfall in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average UV index in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Minneapolis, NC

Average visibility in January - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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