January weather forecast
Des Lacs, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Des Lacs, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 4.5°F (-15.3°C) and max 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

Des Lacs's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Des Lacs, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Des Lacs, in January, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Des Lacs are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Des Lacs. Snow falls for 12 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Des Lacs is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of January in Des Lacs, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Des Lacs are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Des Lacs is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Des Lacs?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a low of 4.5°F (-15.3°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is it in Des Lacs in January?

In Des Lacs, in January, the average high-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Des Lacs?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Des Lacs?

The average relative humidity in January in Des Lacs, North Dakota, is 90%.

How much does it rain in Des Lacs in January?

In Des Lacs, during January, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Des Lacs?

The month with the most snowfall in Des Lacs is January, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Des Lacs?

In January, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Des Lacs?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Des Lacs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Des Lacs, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Des Lacs?

The months with the least sunshine in Des Lacs, North Dakota, are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Des Lacs have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Des Lacs is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Des Lacs?

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Des Lacs, North Dakota, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Des Lacs?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Des Lacs, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
20.3°F -6.5°C
18.1°F -7.7°C
19°F -7.2°C
Average low temperature
9.3°F -12.6°C
4.5°F -15.3°C
5.2°F -14.9°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.18" 767mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.1mph 27.5km/h
18.1mph 29.1km/h
15.7mph 25.3km/h
Average humidity
87%
90%
88%
Average rainfall
0.47" 12mm
0.43" 11mm
0.39" 10mm
Average rainfall days
2.2
2
1.3
Average snowfall
2.72" 69mm
2.95" 75mm
2.76" 70mm
Average snowfall days
11.2
12
11.3
Average daylight
8h 2min
8h 5min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
3h 5min
3h 5min
4h 2min
Average sunshine days
19.3
19
17.7
Average UV index
2
1
2
Average cloud cover
61%
60%
63%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average temperature in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Des Lacs, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Des Lacs, ND

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

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 (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average humidity in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 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
Des Lacs, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average UV index in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average visibility in January - Des Lacs, 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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