Saint Paul weather in January (Minnesota, United States of America)

Is Saint Paul a good destination in January, weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Saint Paul typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is part of winter. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -5°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -13°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Saint Paul in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 8 days of snow.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 153 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Saint Paul. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Saint Paul, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -5°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 18 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 153 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

* Data from: Minneapolis, the United States of America (11 KM, 7 Miles).

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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 Saint Paul 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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