Temperature in Minnesota in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Minnesota, the United States of America this January.

Minnesota, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences very low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from -9°C (16°F) in Thief River Falls to -4°C (25°F) in Winona. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -13°C (9°F) in Winona and -19°C (-2°F) in Thief River Falls. The month of January is in the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Minnesota, the United States of America in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Minnesota. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Minnesota in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Minnesota temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Minnesota, the United States of America in January?

Daytime temperatures in Minneapolis typically peak at -5°C (23°F) in January, putting it in the very low range.

How cold does it get at night in Minnesota, the United States of America in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Minneapolis typically drop to around -13°C (9°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Minnesota, the United States of America?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Winona is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near -4°C (25°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to -13°C (9°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Minnesota, the United States of America?

According to our data, Thief River Falls holds the title for the coldest city in Minnesota, the United States of America in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately -9°C (16°F) and drops to lows of about -19°C (-2°F) during the night.

How much sun does Minnesota, the United States of America get in January?

Minneapolis enjoys a balanced 153 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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