January weather forecast
West Fargo, ND

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Weather in January

January ushers in a West Fargo winter, with the climate typically marked by frosty conditions. Daylight is more scarce in this month, reducing the occurrence of solar radiation. Expect biting winds that can bring chill factor temperatures below freezing. A white blanket of snow covers the cityscape, with an average accumulation of 3.54" (90mm). Breaking out the winter wear, this period stands as the coldest with temperatures fluctuating between 2.7°F (-16.3°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 2.7°F (-16.3°C), holds the record as the coldest month in West Fargo, North Dakota.

Humidity

The most humid month in West Fargo is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Fargo are January through May, October through December. In West Fargo, North Dakota, in January, during 13.6 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January in West Fargo, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January 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 ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in West Fargo?

West Fargo's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) to a low of 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

How cold is it in West Fargo in January?

The high-temperature in West Fargo, North Dakota, during January is 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and the low-temperature is 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

What is the most humid month in West Fargo?

The most humid month in West Fargo, North Dakota, is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January in West Fargo?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month in West Fargo?

January is the month with the least rainfall in West Fargo, North Dakota. Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in West Fargo?

In West Fargo, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Fargo in January?

In West Fargo, during January, snow falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Fargo have in January?

In January, the average day length in West Fargo is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in West Fargo?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Fargo, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Fargo?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in West Fargo?

The average sunshine duration in January in West Fargo is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Fargo?

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

How high is the UV index in January in West Fargo?

In West Fargo, the average daily maximum UV index in January 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 temperature in January
West Fargo, ND

Average temperature in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Fargo, ND

Average pressure in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
West Fargo, ND

Average wind speed in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Fargo, ND

Average humidity in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Fargo, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Fargo, ND

Average UV index in January - West Fargo, ND
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
West Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in January
West Fargo, ND

Average visibility in January - West Fargo, ND
  • 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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