January weather forecast
River Falls, WI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in River Falls, Wisconsin, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and max 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and a low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in River Falls is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in River Falls is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In River Falls, in January, during 15.7 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In River Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in River Falls, Wisconsin, is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, in River Falls, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in River Falls are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in River Falls?

The coldest temperatures in River Falls, Wisconsin, occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and a low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

How cold is January in River Falls?

The average high-temperature, in January, in River Falls, is 19.2°F (-7.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in River Falls?

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

What is the average humidity in January in River Falls?

In January, the average relative humidity in River Falls, Wisconsin, is 91%.

What is the driest month in River Falls?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in River Falls in January?

In River Falls, in January, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in River Falls?

In River Falls, Wisconsin, in January, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in River Falls?

In January, the average day length in River Falls is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in River Falls?

On the first day of January in River Falls, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in River Falls?

The month with the least sunshine in River Falls, Wisconsin, is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in River Falls?

In River Falls, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in River Falls?

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

How high is the UV index in January in River Falls?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in River Falls is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
River Falls, WI

Average temperature in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.2°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 (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in January
River Falls, WI

Average pressure in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
River Falls, WI

Average wind speed in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
River Falls, WI

Average humidity in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
River Falls, WI

Average rainfall in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
River Falls, WI

Average rainfall days in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
River Falls, WI

Average snowfall in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
River Falls, WI

Average snowfall days in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
River Falls, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
River Falls, WI

Average sunshine days in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
River Falls, WI

Average UV index in January - River Falls, WI
  • 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
River Falls, WI

Average cloud cover in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
River Falls, WI

Average visibility in January - River Falls, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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