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Detroit Lakes weather in January (Minnesota, United States of America)

How is January weather typically in Detroit Lakes? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Detroit Lakes usually has very low temperatures and low snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Expect temperatures to climb to -7°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -17°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Detroit Lakes in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. This month experiences about 7 days of snow according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 141 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Detroit Lakes. August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Detroit Lakes climate page with graphs.

 

Detroit Lakes, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 16 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 141 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 51% *  
Data from: Fargo, the United States of America (72 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Detroit Lakes should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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