January weather forecastBelfield, ND
January
Weather in January
January is the start of the year in Belfield, North Dakota, starting off with cold temperatures and a high probability of snowfall. Temperature oscillates from 9.9°F (-12.3°C) as low to 23.5°F (-4.7°C) in its highest levels while snowfall marks 2.4" (61mm), making this month one of the coldest in the year. The fresh, frozen air of January accompanies with it a significant degree of humidity, contributing to the frosty ambiance. As the sun stays for lesser hours, the days are typically shorter and colder. One thing is certain in Belfield's January - bundling up against the weather is definitely needed if outdoor activities are to be ventured into.Temperature
January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and an average low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, in Belfield, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Belfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 19.72" (501mm) of snow.Daylight
In Belfield, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.On the first day of January in Belfield, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.
Sunshine
January and February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Belfield, ND
- Average high temperature in January: 23.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Belfield, ND
- Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Belfield, ND
- Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Belfield, ND
- Average humidity in January: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).
Average rainfall in January
Belfield, ND
- Average rainfall in January: 0.43"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in January
Belfield, ND
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Belfield, ND
- Average snowfall in January: 2.4"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Belfield, ND
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Belfield, 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: 4h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Belfield, ND
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Belfield, ND
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Belfield, ND
- Average cloud cover in January: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in January
Belfield, ND
- 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).
