January weather forecast
Medora, ND

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Weather in January

January in Medora, North Dakota, is characterized by chilly temperatures and frequent snowfall. This month sees the highest average snowfall, with about 2.4" (61mm) across 9.5 days. As the new year begins, residents prepare for the winter season which is marked by long nights and shorter daylight hours. It's a time for indoor activities, as the city is often draped in a white winter blanket, with clouds obscuring the sky for the most part. The brisk winds add to the cold, and outdoor visibility can be reduced due to the snowy conditions.

Temperature

Medora experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Medora is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Medora. In Medora, during January, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Medora, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of January, in Medora, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:54 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Medora.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Medora?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

How cold is January in Medora?

The high-temperature, in January, in Medora, is 23.5°F (-4.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Medora?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Medora?

In Medora, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in Medora?

The month with the least rainfall in Medora is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Medora in January?

In Medora, North Dakota, in January, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Medora?

In Medora, in January, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Medora have in January?

In January, the average day length in Medora is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Medora?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:54 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Medora?

The months with the least sunshine in Medora are January and February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Medora have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Medora, North Dakota, is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Medora?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Medora?

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

Average temperature in January - Medora, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.5°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 (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Medora, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Medora, ND

Average wind speed in January - Medora, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Medora, ND

Average humidity in January - Medora, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in January
Medora, ND

Average rainfall in January - Medora, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Medora, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Medora, ND

Average snowfall in January - Medora, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Medora, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Medora, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 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
Medora, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Medora, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Medora, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Medora, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Medora, ND

Average UV index in January - Medora, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Medora, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Medora, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in January
Medora, ND

Average visibility in January - Medora, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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