January weather forecastDrake, ND
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Drake, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and an average low of 3°F (-16.1°C).Temperature
With average high temperatures of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and lows of 3°F (-16.1°C), January is the coldest month.Humidity
January is the most humid month in Drake, North Dakota, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
In Drake, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Drake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Drake, in January, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 77.8 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Drake is 8h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Drake, ND
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 54min
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 24min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).





