January weather forecastPrior Lake, MN
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Prior Lake, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and min 7.3°F (-13.7°C).Temperature
January, characterized by an average high temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low temperature of 7.3°F (-13.7°C), is generally the coldest month.Humidity
January is the most humid month in Prior Lake, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prior Lake, in January, during 11.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prior Lake, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.On the first day of January in Prior Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Prior Lake, MN
- Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 7.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Prior Lake, 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
Prior Lake, MN
- Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Prior Lake, MN
- Average humidity in January: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Prior Lake, MN
- Average rainfall in January: 0.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in January
Prior Lake, MN
- Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Prior Lake, MN
- Average snowfall in January: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Prior Lake, MN
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Prior Lake, 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 and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Prior Lake, MN
- Average sunshine days in January: 21.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Prior Lake, 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
Prior Lake, MN
- Average cloud cover in January: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
Prior Lake, 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).
