January weather forecastCrystal, ND

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Crystal, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 1°F (-17.2°C) and max 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

In Crystal, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) and a low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Crystal are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Crystal, in January, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Crystal, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.8 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Crystal, North Dakota, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crystal, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Crystal, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Crystal's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) and lows of 1°F (-17.2°C).

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Crystal are 14.5°F (-9.7°C) and 1°F (-17.2°C) respectively.

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

In Crystal, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In January, in Crystal, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout January, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

In January, the average day length in Crystal, North Dakota, is 8h and 50min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

The month with the least sunshine in Crystal is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January in Crystal is 3.3h.

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

In Crystal, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average high temperature in January: 14.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in January
Crystal, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

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 (8.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 48min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Crystal, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Crystal, ND

  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Crystal, 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).