January weather forecast
New Salem, ND

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Weather in January

New Salem, North Dakota, endures its coldest month in January, experiencing little daylight and relatively high humidity. The low average temperature plummets to 6.3°F (-14.3°C). January is colder than its immediately preceding and following months — December and February. Despite the chill, it rarely snows heavily, resulting in a moderate snow coverage. A combination of cold weather, low daylight hours, and significant cloud coverage means residents should bundle up and plan indoor activities.

Temperature

New Salem reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 20.7°F (-6.3°C) at the peak and 6.3°F (-14.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in New Salem, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in New Salem. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Salem, North Dakota, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 18.27" (464mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In New Salem, North Dakota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January in New Salem, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in New Salem, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in New Salem?

January, known for its average high temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low temperature of 6.3°F (-14.3°C), is the coldest month in New Salem.

How cold is January in New Salem?

In January, in New Salem, the average high-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in New Salem?

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

What is the average humidity in January in New Salem?

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

What is the driest month in New Salem?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in New Salem?

In New Salem, in January, during 3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in New Salem in January?

In New Salem, during January, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Salem have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in New Salem?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in New Salem?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in New Salem?

In New Salem, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in New Salem?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in New Salem is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
23°F -5°C
20.7°F -6.3°C
22.1°F -5.5°C
Average low temperature
11.3°F -11.5°C
6.3°F -14.3°C
7.7°F -13.5°C
Average pressure
30.14" 766mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
30.17" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
9.8mph 15.8km/h
10.2mph 16.4km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.8mph 17.4km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.5mph 26.6km/h
17.4mph 28km/h
14.9mph 24km/h
Average humidity
87%
89%
87%
Average rainfall
0.63" 16mm
0.43" 11mm
0.51" 13mm
Average rainfall days
2.9
3
2.3
Average snowfall
3.31" 84mm
2.56" 65mm
3.19" 81mm
Average snowfall days
12.8
11.4
11.1
Average daylight
8h 4min
9h 0min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
3h 5min
4h 4min
Average sunshine days
16.8
18.1
16.4
Average UV index
1
2
2
Average cloud cover
58%
59%
60%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
New Salem, ND

Average temperature in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
New Salem, ND

Average pressure in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"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
New Salem, ND

Average wind speed in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
New Salem, ND

Average humidity in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in January
New Salem, ND

Average rainfall in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
New Salem, ND

Average rainfall days in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
New Salem, ND

Average snowfall in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
New Salem, ND

Average snowfall days in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 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
New Salem, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - New Salem, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
New Salem, ND

Average sunshine days in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
New Salem, ND

Average UV index in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
New Salem, ND

Average cloud cover in January - New Salem, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in January
New Salem, ND

Average visibility in January - New Salem, 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).

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