January weather forecast
Buffalo, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Buffalo, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 3.2°F (-16°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and a minimum average of 3.2°F (-16°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Buffalo. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Buffalo, in January, during 14.8 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buffalo, there are 67 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buffalo, North Dakota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Buffalo, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Buffalo.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Buffalo?

January, known for its average high temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average low temperature of 3.2°F (-16°C), is the coldest month in Buffalo.

How cold is January in Buffalo?

The high-temperature in Buffalo, North Dakota, during January is 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and the low-temperature is 3.2°F (-16°C).

What is the most humid month in Buffalo?

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month in Buffalo, North Dakota.

What is the average humidity in January in Buffalo?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month in Buffalo?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Buffalo in January?

In Buffalo, North Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Buffalo in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14.8 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo have in January?

The average day length in January in Buffalo is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Buffalo?

On the first day of January in Buffalo, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buffalo?

January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Buffalo, North Dakota.

How long on average sun shines in January in Buffalo?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Buffalo, North Dakota.

What is the UV index reading in January in Buffalo?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Buffalo, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Buffalo, ND

Average temperature in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Buffalo, ND

Average pressure in January - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, ND

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Buffalo, ND

Average humidity in January - Buffalo, 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 (62%).

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Average rainfall in January
Buffalo, ND

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Buffalo, ND

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 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
Buffalo, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Buffalo, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in January
Buffalo, ND

Average UV index in January - Buffalo, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Buffalo, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Buffalo, ND

Average visibility in January - Buffalo, 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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