January weather forecast
Drake, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Drake, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3°F (-16.1°C) and an average high of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 17.1°F (-8.3°C) at the peak and 3°F (-16.1°C) at the low.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Drake, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Drake, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Drake are January through May, October through December. In Drake, during January, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Drake, there are 77.8 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Drake?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and a low of 3°F (-16.1°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is it in Drake in January?

In Drake, 17.1°F (-8.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 3°F (-16.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Drake?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Drake?

In January, the average relative humidity in Drake is 91%.

How many days does it rain in January in Drake?

In Drake, North Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Drake in January?

In January, in Drake, North Dakota, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Drake?

In January, the average day length in Drake, North Dakota, is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Drake?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Drake, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Drake?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Drake?

The average sunshine duration in January in Drake is 3.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Drake?

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

Average temperature in January - Drake, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3°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 (3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Drake, ND

Average pressure in January - Drake, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Drake, ND

Average wind speed in January - Drake, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Drake, ND

Average humidity in January - Drake, 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 (57%).

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Average rainfall in January
Drake, ND

Average rainfall in January - Drake, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
Drake, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Drake, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Drake, ND

Average snowfall in January - Drake, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Drake, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Drake, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 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
Drake, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Drake, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Drake, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Drake, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Drake, ND

Average UV index in January - Drake, 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
Drake, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Drake, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in January
Drake, ND

Average visibility in January - Drake, 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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