January weather forecast
Ellendale, ND

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Weather in January

In Ellendale, North Dakota, the weather in January typically manifests itself as intensively frigid and frosty, with minimal daylight hours. This month is marked by its impressive low temperatures that can drop as far as 5.4°F (-14.8°C). Comparatively, it is colder than December, and its weather conditions drastically differ from those observed in the proceeding month, February. As one would expect from a winter month, the probability of encountering snowfall is quite significant. This period is additionally characterized by reduced visibility, which further underlines its overall harsh winter conditions.

Temperature

Temperature records in Ellendale mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and lows at 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month in Ellendale.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Ellendale, North Dakota, is January, when the rain falls for 1.7 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ellendale. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents 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:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Ellendale?

With an average high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Ellendale in January?

Ellendale in January has an average high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Ellendale?

The most humid month in Ellendale, North Dakota, is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ellendale?

In Ellendale, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Ellendale?

The month with the least rainfall in Ellendale, North Dakota, is January, when the rain falls for 1.7 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Ellendale?

In Ellendale, North Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Ellendale?

The months with the most snowfall in Ellendale, North Dakota, are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Ellendale?

In Ellendale, in January, during 11.5 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ellendale have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ellendale?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ellendale?

The month with the least sunshine in Ellendale, North Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellendale have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

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

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ellendale.

What is the UV index reading in January in Ellendale?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
23.7°F -4.6°C
19.8°F -6.8°C
22.3°F -5.4°C
Average low temperature
11.8°F -11.2°C
5.4°F -14.8°C
7.3°F -13.7°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.17" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.2mph 16.4km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.9mph 17.5km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.8mph 27km/h
17.4mph 28km/h
15.9mph 25.6km/h
Average humidity
86%
89%
86%
Average rainfall
0.59" 15mm
0.39" 10mm
0.43" 11mm
Average rainfall days
2.7
1.7
1.8
Average snowfall
2.76" 70mm
2.76" 70mm
2.52" 64mm
Average snowfall days
11.4
11.5
11.8
Average daylight
8h 4min
9h 1min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
4h 0min
3h 5min
4h 3min
Average sunshine days
18.5
18
16.6
Average UV index
1
1
2
Average cloud cover
56%
59%
57%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Ellendale, ND

Average temperature in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ellendale, ND

Average pressure in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"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).

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Average wind speed in January
Ellendale, ND

Average wind speed in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ellendale, ND

Average humidity in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ellendale, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ellendale, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ellendale, ND

Average snowfall in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ellendale, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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
Ellendale, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ellendale, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ellendale, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ellendale, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Ellendale, ND

Average visibility in January - Ellendale, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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