January weather forecast
Shakopee, MN

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Weather in January

Shakopee, Minnesota, witnesses January as the coldest month, with temperature lows falling to an ice-cold 7.7°F (-13.5°C). Coupled with the chill, the city often struggles with reduced visibility owing to dense fogs and mists. The city also sees a significant increase in snowfall during this month, dramatically changing the city's landscape into a winter wonderland. The harsh weather conditions are complemented by brisk winds, enhancing the deep freeze. The weather in January stands in stark contrast to the conditions experienced later in the year, setting the stage for the weather transition that Shakopee undergoes through the year.

Temperature

Shakopee's January weather reaches an average high of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and an average low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Shakopee is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shakopee, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shakopee, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shakopee, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Shakopee. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Shakopee, is 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

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

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Shakopee, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Shakopee, Minnesota, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shakopee have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in January - Shakopee, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.7°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 (7.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Shakopee, MN

Average pressure in January - Shakopee, 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
Shakopee, MN

Average wind speed in January - Shakopee, 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
Shakopee, MN

Average humidity in January - Shakopee, 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 October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Shakopee, MN

Average rainfall in January - Shakopee, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Shakopee, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shakopee, MN

Average snowfall in January - Shakopee, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.5"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Shakopee, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Shakopee, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shakopee, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shakopee, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Shakopee, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Shakopee, MN

Average UV index in January - Shakopee, 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
Shakopee, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Shakopee, 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
Shakopee, MN

Average visibility in January - Shakopee, 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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