January weather forecast
Edina, MN

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Weather in January

The year starts off with a predominantly cold and frozen environment in Edina. A true winter month, January encounters its fair share of snow, with 0.98" (25mm) of snowfall averaged over 10.7 days across the month, affirming the chilly ambiance. After experiencing this winter peak, citizens eagerly await the incrementally warmer weather to come. Maintaining heating systems, donning winter attire and planning indoor activities are advisories for the month due to the freezing temperatures. While outdoor activities may still be enjoyed on sunny days, icy conditions require caution when navigating pedestrian paths or roadways.

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Edina. Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Edina, during January, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Edina, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.5 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 15min.
On the first day of January in Edina, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Edina.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Edina are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Edina?

In Edina, Minnesota, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is it in Edina in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Edina, is 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Edina?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month in Edina.

What is the average humidity in January in Edina?

In January, the average relative humidity in Edina is 90%.

What is the driest month in Edina?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Edina, Minnesota. Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Edina in January?

In Edina, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Edina?

In Edina, during January, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Edina have in January?

In Edina, the average day length in January is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Edina?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Edina, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Edina?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Edina, Minnesota.

How long on average sun shines in January in Edina?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Edina?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Edina?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Edina is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
25.3°F -3.7°C
20.5°F -6.4°C
24.3°F -4.3°C
Average low temperature
15.4°F -9.2°C
7.5°F -13.6°C
10.6°F -11.9°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
8mph 12.9km/h
8.1mph 13km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.5mph 13.7km/h
8.6mph 13.8km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
12.1mph 19.5km/h
12.6mph 20.3km/h
12.9mph 20.8km/h
Average humidity
87%
90%
88%
Average rainfall
0.35" 9mm
0.2" 5mm
0.24" 6mm
Average rainfall days
3.1
2
1.5
Average snowfall
0.98" 25mm
0.98" 25mm
1.65" 42mm
Average snowfall days
10.5
10.7
10.2
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
3h 2min
3h 1min
3h 2min
Average sunshine days
23.2
22.3
21
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
64%
67%
65%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Edina, MN

Average temperature in January - Edina, 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 (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Edina, MN

Average pressure in January - Edina, 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
Edina, MN

Average wind speed in January - Edina, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Edina, MN

Average humidity in January - Edina, 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 and May (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Edina, MN

Average rainfall in January - Edina, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Edina, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Edina, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Edina, MN

Average snowfall in January - Edina, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Edina, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Edina, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Edina, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Edina, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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 1min

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
Edina, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Edina, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Edina, MN

Average UV index in January - Edina, 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
Edina, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Edina, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Edina, MN

Average visibility in January - Edina, 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).

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