January weather forecast
Golden Valley, MN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Golden Valley, Minnesota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and as low as 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Golden Valley is January, when the rain falls for 1.7 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout January, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Golden Valley, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Golden Valley, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January, 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

January has the least sunshine of the year, 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 Golden Valley, Minnesota. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Golden Valley?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and lows at 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is it in Golden Valley in January?

During January, Golden Valley experiences an average high-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Golden Valley?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Golden Valley?

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

What is the driest month in Golden Valley?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Rain falls for 1.7 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Golden Valley in January?

In Golden Valley, in January, during 1.7 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Golden Valley?

In Golden Valley, in January, during 12.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Golden Valley have in January?

In Golden Valley, the average day length in January is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Golden Valley?

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 Golden Valley, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Golden Valley?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Golden Valley?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Golden Valley?

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 Golden Valley?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Golden Valley is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average temperature in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.3°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 (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average pressure in January - Golden Valley, 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
Golden Valley, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average humidity in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average rainfall in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average snowfall in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Golden Valley, MN

Average UV index in January - Golden Valley, 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
Golden Valley, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Golden Valley, 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
Golden Valley, MN

Average visibility in January - Golden Valley, 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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