January weather forecast
Fort Dodge, KS

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Fort Dodge, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into January shows a subtle variation to a still chilly 45°F (7.2°C) from December's 44.4°F (6.9°C) in the average high-temperature. January nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Dodge, there are 95.4 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Dodge, in January, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Fort Dodge is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, in Fort Dodge, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Dodge are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Fort Dodge?

The high-temperature, in January, in Fort Dodge, records 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Fort Dodge?

In January, the average relative humidity in Fort Dodge is 61%.

How many days does it rain in January in Fort Dodge?

In Fort Dodge, Kansas, during January, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Fort Dodge?

In Fort Dodge, Kansas, in January, during 2.8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Fort Dodge?

The average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Fort Dodge?

On the first day of January in Fort Dodge, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Dodge have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Fort Dodge, Kansas, is 6.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Dodge?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Fort Dodge?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Fort Dodge is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average temperature in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average pressure in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average wind speed in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average humidity in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

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Average rainfall in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average UV index in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average visibility in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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