January weather forecast
Waconia, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Waconia, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.2°F (-13.8°C) and an average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and lows at 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waconia, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.83" (529mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waconia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Waconia, with an average of 3.3h 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 Waconia. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
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. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Waconia?

Waconia notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

How cold is January in Waconia?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Waconia, Minnesota, are 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Waconia?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Waconia?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

What is the driest month in Waconia?

The month with the least rainfall in Waconia, Minnesota, is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Waconia in January?

In Waconia, Minnesota, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Waconia in January?

In January, in Waconia, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Waconia have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Waconia?

On the first day of January in Waconia, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Waconia?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Waconia, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Waconia?

The average sunshine duration in January in Waconia is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Waconia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Waconia?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Waconia is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Waconia, MN

Average temperature in January - Waconia, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.1°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 (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Waconia, MN

Average pressure in January - Waconia, 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
Waconia, MN

Average wind speed in January - Waconia, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Waconia, MN

Average humidity in January - Waconia, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Waconia, MN

Average rainfall in January - Waconia, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Waconia, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waconia, MN

Average snowfall in January - Waconia, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waconia, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Waconia, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waconia, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waconia, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Waconia, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Waconia, MN

Average UV index in January - Waconia, 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
Waconia, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Waconia, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Waconia, MN

Average visibility in January - Waconia, 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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