January weather forecast
Columbus, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Columbus, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.7°F (-15.7°C) and an average high of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

In January, Columbus's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 17.4°F (-8.1°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. In Columbus, the expected average low-temperature for January is a polar cold 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Columbus when the rain falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Columbus, North Dakota. In January, in Columbus, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Columbus is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Columbus?

During January, Columbus experiences an average high-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and a low-temperature of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Columbus?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Columbus?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month in Columbus?

January and February are months with the least rain in Columbus when the rain falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Columbus?

In Columbus, in January, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Columbus in January?

In Columbus, North Dakota, in January, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Columbus?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Columbus?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Columbus?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Columbus?

In Columbus, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Columbus, ND

Average temperature in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Columbus, ND

Average pressure in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Columbus, ND

Average wind speed in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Columbus, ND

Average humidity in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in January
Columbus, ND

Average rainfall in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Columbus, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Columbus, ND

Average snowfall in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Columbus, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Columbus, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Columbus, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Columbus, ND

Average UV index in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Columbus, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Columbus, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in January
Columbus, ND

Average visibility in January - Columbus, 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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