January weather forecastChanhassen, MN
January
Weather in January
Chanhassen, Minnesota, ushers in the New Year with the coldest temperatures in the annual cycle. Indicators point towards high-profile snowfall and relatively reduced visibility. These weather patterns are associated with an extreme dip in the thermometer, registering highs of just 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and lows dropping to 7.5°F (-13.6°C). Comfort inside heated buildings contrasts starkly to the frosty conditions outdoors. Being prepared for January’s weather means extra layers and constant awareness of hypothermia risks.Temperature
January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.6 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Chanhassen, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.7 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Chanhassen is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chanhassen. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average high temperature in January: 20.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average humidity in January: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average rainfall in January: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average rainfall days in January: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average snowfall in January: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
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
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h).
Average sunshine days in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Chanhassen, MN
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Chanhassen, MN
- Average cloud cover in January: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Chanhassen, MN
- 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).
