January weather forecast
Prior Lake, MN

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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.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Prior Lake?

Prior Lake records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

How cold is it in Prior Lake in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Prior Lake, is 20.7°F (-6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 7.3°F (-13.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Prior Lake?

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Prior Lake?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month in Prior Lake?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Prior Lake. Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Prior Lake in January?

In Prior Lake, during January, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Prior Lake in January?

In January, in Prior Lake, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Prior Lake have in January?

In Prior Lake, the average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Prior Lake?

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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Prior Lake?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Prior Lake?

In Prior Lake, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prior Lake?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Prior Lake?

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

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / Average sunshine in January - Prior Lake, 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
Prior Lake, MN

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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

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