January weather forecast
Minnetonka, MN

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Weather in January

As the year takes off in Minnetonka, Minnesota, January sees a frigid climate with temperatures often peaking below freezing during the day. The persistent cold means ice and snow, with the highest average snowfall of 2.05" (52mm) for the entire year. Relative humidity is markedly high this month, contributing to the frosty conditions typical of Minnetonka in winter. As one might expect for this time of year, daylight hours are limited to nine hours per day, with the sun seldom making an appearance. This blend of biting cold, tall snowfall, and high humidity sets the month of January apart, and sets the stage for the slow transition from winter to spring.

Temperature

January stands out as Minnetonka's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a 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

Months with snowfall in Minnetonka are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Minnetonka, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.7 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Minnetonka, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and the low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Minnetonka?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.6 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Minnetonka, in January, during 1.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Minnetonka, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

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

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

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

Average temperature in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average pressure in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average wind speed in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average humidity in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average rainfall in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average snowfall in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

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

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 48min).

  • 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average UV index in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average visibility in January - Minnetonka, 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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