January weather forecast
Forbes, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Forbes, North Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and min 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a minimum average of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Forbes. Rain falls for 1.7 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Forbes is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, 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 Forbes. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Forbes?

Forbes notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

How cold is January in Forbes?

Forbes 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 Forbes?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Forbes?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Forbes?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Forbes. Rain falls for 1.7 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Forbes?

In Forbes, in January, during 1.7 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Forbes?

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

How many days does it snow in January in Forbes?

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

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

In January, the average day length in Forbes is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Forbes?

On the first day of January in Forbes, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Forbes?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Forbes, North Dakota, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Forbes?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Forbes is 3.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Forbes?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Forbes is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Forbes, ND

Average temperature in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average pressure in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average wind speed in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average humidity in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average rainfall in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average snowfall in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average UV index in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average visibility in January - Forbes, 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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