January weather forecast
Hancock, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Hancock, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

Temperature

Hancock's January weather reaches an average high of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hancock are January through May, October through December. In Hancock, in January, during 14.6 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hancock, there are 61.7 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hancock, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hancock, Minnesota. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Hancock?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

How cold is it in Hancock in January?

During January, Hancock experiences an average high-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Hancock?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Hancock?

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

What is the driest month in Hancock?

January and February are months with the least rain in Hancock, Minnesota, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Hancock?

In Hancock, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Hancock?

In January, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hancock have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hancock?

On the first day of January in Hancock, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hancock?

The month with the least sunshine in Hancock, Minnesota, is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hancock have in January?

In Hancock, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

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

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hancock, Minnesota.

How high is the UV index in January in Hancock?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Hancock is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Hancock, MN

Average temperature in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 18°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Hancock, MN

Average pressure in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hancock, MN

Average wind speed in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Hancock, MN

Average humidity in January - Hancock, 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 (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Hancock, MN

Average rainfall in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Hancock, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hancock, MN

Average snowfall in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hancock, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hancock, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hancock, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Hancock, MN

Average UV index in January - Hancock, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Hancock, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Hancock, MN

Average visibility in January - Hancock, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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