January weather forecastFortuna, ND
January
Weather in January
In the heart of winter, Fortuna, North Dakota, sees its chilliest days. The mercury barely reaches 20.7°F (-6.3°C), plunging to a frigid 7.2°F (-13.8°C) at night. The snow piles up to be about 2.87" (73mm), enveloping the city in a beautiful, white winter wonderland. The topography becomes a perfect canvas for outdoor activities, despite the short daylight hours of just 8.8 hours. The new year often begins with a striking frosty panorama, an iconic feature of this North Dakota city.Temperature
In January, Fortuna experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 21.9°F (-5.6°C) in December to a still subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). Fortuna records an average nighttime low of 7.2°F (-13.8°C) in January.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Fortuna, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fortuna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.3 days and collects up to 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fortuna, in January, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 8h and 48min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Fortuna, the average sunshine in January is 4.3h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 7.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).
Average rainfall in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average rainfall in January: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").
Average rainfall days in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average snowfall in January: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Fortuna, ND
- Average cloud cover in January: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in January
Fortuna, 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).
